Highway Technician Superintendent II

Full-time, overtime-eligible position with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet in Shepherdsville, KY.

About the role

The Highway Technician Superintendent II supervises employees and contract work in the maintenance and repair of roads and highways in Bullitt County. This role involves overseeing maintenance projects, inspecting work for completion, and ensuring a safe, efficient transportation system.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees and contract work in maintenance and repair of roads and highways.
• Review roadway conditions, determine repair needs and methods, and prioritize projects for completion.
• Maintain and complete records and reports on personnel, equipment, supplies, and budgeting.
• Receive and address inquiries from supervisors, citizens, and public officials on highway issues.
• Coordinate special assignments and projects with appropriate authorities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Twelve years of construction or highway maintenance experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a Class A commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement.
• Must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Leadership Level 2 or equivalent within one year of employment.
• Must maintain any required licensure, certification, or credentials for the length of employment.
• Ability to work, sit, stoop, and bend; must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies 24/7 and work extended hours outdoors during inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, geology, earth science, industrial drafting, design technology, construction technology, or a related field substitutes for two years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering substitutes for four years of experience.
• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program substitutes for six years of experience.
• College coursework in related fields substitutes for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Pay

$30.36 - $33.23 hourly.

Schedule

40 hours per week, full-time, with eligibility for overtime.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed at a highway maintenance facility, section office, or work sites throughout the assigned area and district.
• Exposure to risks inherent in working with large equipment and road construction machinery.
• Must work outdoors during inclement weather and respond to emergencies 24/7.