Highway Technician Assistant I

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5/26/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Highway Technician Assistant I

Pay Grade09

Salary

$17.95 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY 18A 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet Department of Highways

Location

822 Elizaville Avenue

Flemingsburg, KY 41041 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of ourcustomers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improveboth 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 economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our District 9, Engineering Support Branch, Equipment Section, as a Highway Technician Assistant Iin Fleming County, you'll have the opportunity to perform basic level work of highway roadways and/or roadsideand construction operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

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. Ideal candidate will have experience in:

Basic maintenance or construction experience.

Experience performing preventative maintenance on vehicles or equipment.

Basic equipment operating experience. 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:This position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the AppointingAuthority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave. Ability to work, sit, stoop andbend. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds. Ability to respond to emergencies.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the normand 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 asteady 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 governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verifyonce 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 or

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 Joe Callahan at or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D