Highway Technician Assistant I
About the role
By joining our Project Delivery and Preservation Branch I as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Woodford County, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of classroom and in-field trainings to allow for continued education to become specialized in road, construction, maintenance and operations.
Responsibilities
- Haul materials to and from job sites
- Operate dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months
- Operate a tractor-type mowing machine, assist in brush cutting
- Operate equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, or woodchippers
- Flag for operations requiring traffic control
Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In
- Experience working on rough terrain and in changing climates
- Experience in equipment operation for road maintenance
- Experience performing preventative maintenance on vehicles or equipment
- Experience with general labor or trades
Qualifications
High school graduate. Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification.
Certification Requirements
- Within 12 months of employment, must furnish the agency's appointing authority with documentation that you hold a valid Class B commercial driver's license
- Within one year of employment, 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
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.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds
- Work on rough terrain, around various types of equipment
- Be able to twist, bend, stoop, stand
- Should be able to work extended hours and in all weather elements
Benefits
- Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings
- Professional Development opportunities and ongoing training
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
- Employee wellness programs
- Paid leave and paid holidays
- First day health insurance coverage
- Shift premium during overtime hours during nights, weekends, and holidays
Pay & Schedule
$17.95 hourly. Full time, 40.0 hours per week. Eligible for overtime pay. Employment with the Executive Branch.