Highway Technician Assistant II

Ideal Candidate: Will Have Experience InOperating intermediate equipment. Quality assurance for single activities of construction and maintenance work. Traffic control. Operating snow and ice plowing skills

Benefits And Perks: Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision Insurance. Retirement savings. Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee wellness programs. Paid time off. Additional position information: Operating advanced equipment, snow and ice duties, installing signs. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork Is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you! Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work In U.S. KYTC Will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.For more Information on E-Verify, or If you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (OHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verifyThis position has an approved Locality Premium of $3.00 based on the organizational structure and work county it is currently assigned to, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1).Minimum RequirementsEDUCATION:High school graduate. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have two years of construction or highway maintenance experience. Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, geology, earth science, industrial drafting, design technology, construction technology, or a related field will substitute for two (2) years of the highway related experience in construction and maintenance. College coursework related to any of these fields will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONESPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a Class B commercial driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. The employee must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Level 1 or equivalent within one year of employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions: Incumbents in this job title typically perform their work at a highway maintenance facility or section office, at work sites throughout the assigned work area and when necessary, district wide. Incumbent will be exposed to risks inherent to working with large equipment and machines involved with road construction. Must be able to work extended hours and be outside during inclement weather. Probationary PeriodThis job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Karen Kinman at Karen.Kinman@ky.gov or 859-341-2700.An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D