Highway Technician Assistant I
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- On-site
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- Full-time
About this role
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Highway Technician Assistant I
Pay Grade
09
Salary
$17.95 Hourly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
1168 Halee Ln
Ashland, KY 41102 USA
Ashland, KY 41102 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 District 9 Project Delivery and Preservation Branch II, Catlettsburg Section, Boyd County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Lewis County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform basic level work of highway roadways and, or, roadside and construction operations.
Summary of Responsibilities:
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.
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
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! 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.
By joining our District 9 Project Delivery and Preservation Branch II, Catlettsburg Section, Boyd County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Lewis County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform basic level work of highway roadways and, or, roadside and construction operations.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Hauling materials to and from job sites.
- Operate dump truck with snow plow and salt spreader to perform snow removal on highways.
- Operate tractor-type mowing machine, assist in brush cutting, and use chemical sprayers.
- Flagging for operations requiring traffic control
- Basic maintenance or construction experience.
- Experience performing preventative maintenance on vehicles or equipment.
- Basic equipment operating experience.
- 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.
- This position requires standing, stooping, bending and lifting 50 pounds.
- Ability to respond to emergency and/or mandatory operations.
- Required to be able to work extended hours and be outside during inclement weather.
- Valid Driver’s License.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.
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
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! 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.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
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 in this classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority with documentation that he or she holds 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 Terry Ishmael at [email protected] or 606-845-2551.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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