Transportation Engrng Technlgst Supv

Employment Type: Executive Branch | Full Time | Ineligible for Overtime Pay | 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

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. This role provides 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 Utilities Section as a Transportation Engineering Technologist Supervisor in Pulaski County, you’ll supervise the day-to-day activities of utility relocation for the District 8 Project Development Branch.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule the Utility section workload to meet letting schedules.
• Meet with utility owners and consultant engineers, offering input and keeping them informed of the status and priority of projects in development.
• Inspect field utility relocation work and verify completion.
• Represent utility interests in project team meetings and inform the project team of updated utility estimates.
• Meet with property owners to resolve questions and conflicts regarding utility relocations on projects.
• Use KURTS (Kentucky Utilities Relocation Tracking System).
• Read and interpret plans.
• Check and process payment estimates for utility contractors and consultants.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, 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: Four years of engineering-related experience.

Substitute Education for Experience:

• Possess a valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, or
• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree or an associate degree in an engineering field, or
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Substitute Experience for Education:

• Four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above, or
• Seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above, or
• Ten years of engineering-related experience (related technical or vocational training will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years) with the third education option above, or
• Ten 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 fourth education option above.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites and other types of work zones, which require adherence to safety procedures.

Pay

Salary range: $5,686.20 - $6,535.44 monthly (Pay Grade 16).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.