Transportation Engrng Technologist I

Company: State of Kentucky
Location: Hopkinsville
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job 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 which 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 the District 2 Project Delivery and Preservation Branch Hopkinsville Section office as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Christian County, you will have the opportunity to oversee, inspect, and document construction projects to meet KYTC standard specifications.

Holders of the Transportation Engineering Technologist I position will complete tasks such as:

* Overseeing contractor operations on minor construction and maintenance projects.
* Inspecting and working with the public.
* Producing daily reports.
* Completing Quality Assurance tests.

Holders of this job will obtain the following skills:

* Learn to read highway construction plans.
* Learn to operate surveying equipment.
* Experience inspecting highway maintenance and construction projects.
* Obtain certifications required for construction inspection and materials testing.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

* Highway maintenance or construction experience
* Microsoft Office suite experience
* Experience with Site Manager
* Multi-tasking and organization skills
* Attention to detail

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites.

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://www.e-verify.gov/.

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 look forward to reviewing your application.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrial drafting, design technology or construction technology. OR Graduate with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: None

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 2. High school OR 3. High school

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have three years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 2. Must have six years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have four years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified Inspection Team Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course with the third education option above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Charlotte Cotton at charlotte.cotton@ky.gov.

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