Highway Technician Assistant I

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12/11/2025 (7:00 PM EST)

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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

310 Valley Creek Rd Bldg 3

Elizabethtown, KY 42701 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 Structures Section as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Hardin County, you'll have theopportunity to take advantage of classroom and in-field trainings to allow for continued education to becomespecialized in road maintenance operations, with a specialty in bridge repair and structures upkeep.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Assisting in Bridge Repair and maintenance of concrete structures around District 4.

Operating dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months

Operate power tools, such as drills, drivers, chainsaws, etc.

Assist the roadside crew in mowing, spraying, and pollinator plot maintenance in times of need.

Flag for operations requiring traffic control Ideal candidate will have experience in:

Experience working on rough terrain and in all weather conditions

Experience with general labor or trades

Experience in operating hand tools or small equipment

We seek individuals who are self-motivated, strive for quality results, take pride in theiraccomplishments and have a desire to advance in their personal development

We welcome applicants at any experience level and who are eager to learn from others 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.

Shift premium pay for hours worked outside of normal business hours.

Employee will obtain a CDL Class A

Generous paid time off Additional position information (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.)Incumbents in this job title must possess the ability to work, sit, stoop and bend. Should be able to lift andcarry 50 pounds. Should be able to respond to emergencies and work in all weather conditions.

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.

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 Dana King at or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D