EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
1104 Highway 421 North
Bedford, KY 40006 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our Project Delivery and Preservation Branch as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Trimble County, you’ll have the opportunity to operate basic automotive and power equipment used in road construction and maintenance such as single axle truck (dump, flatbed, pickup), snow plow and salt spreaders.
Summary of Responsibilities:
* Use construction equipment to maintain roads.
* Use equipment to control vegetation along roads.
* Use equipment to perform snow removal on highways.
* Use equipment to spread salt on the highways to prevent icing.
* Flag for traffic control.
Ideal candidate will have experience in:
* Eligibility to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.
* Ability to perform general labor work.
* Willingness to work outdoors.
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.
Additional position information: Incumbents in this job title should possess the ability to work, sit, stoop and bend. Should be able to lift and carry 50 pounds. Required to respond to emergencies.
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
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 (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify.
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
SUBSTITUTE EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: NONE
SUBSTITUTE EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Within 12 months of employment in this job classification, employees must furnish the agency's appointing authority with documentation that they hold a valid Class B commercial driver's license.
Within one year of employment in this job classification, the employee must complete First Aid and Snow and Ice Training and must possess Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 Certifications or equivalent. 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 Period: This 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 Kaleta Duffie at kaleta.duffie@ky.gov or 502-764-0085.
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