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 Warren County Equipment Unit 212 as a Transportation Auto/Truck Technician Assistant in Warren County, you’ll have the opportunity to learn to maintain District wide equipment, including Trackhoes, dump trucks, loaders, pumps, and other highway equipment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Change oil and hydraulics fluids,
- Learn to search for electrical problems,
- Maintain equipment during snow and ice operations,
- Learn Computer monitoring of equipment.
- How to work on small equipment
Ideal candidate will have experience in:
- Computer skills
- Mechanical skills
- Understanding importance of safety and willingness to promote safe work environments
Benefits & Perks:
- 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.
Additional position information: (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.)
Required to possess a valid driver's license, some travel will be required for training. Be able to work, sit, stoop, and bend. Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, and be able to respond to emergencies.
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.
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.
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/.
