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5/10/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02086

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

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

4334 Poplar Level Road
Louisville, KY 40213 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 Roadside Environment Section as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Jefferson County, you’ll
have the opportunity to operate basic automotive and power equipment used in roadside maintenance such as
single axle truck (dump, flatbed, pickup), operate a tractor type mowing machine, assist in brush
cutting/controlling operations.

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:

Driver’s license
Eligibility to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Basic maintenance or construction experience
Ability to perform general labor work

Benefits & 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.

Incumbents in this job title should possess the ability to work, sit, stoop and bend. Should be able to lift and
carry 50 pounds. Should be able 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!

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to
other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
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.

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 Sheila Stangle at [email protected] or 502-764-0088.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D