Highway Technician Assistant

Overview

Final date to receive applications 2/25/2026 (7:00 PM EST)

Job Code: 26-00836

Title:

Highway Technician Assistant I
Pay Grade: 09
Salary: $17.95 Hourly
Locality Premium: $3.00 per hour

Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Location:

102 Old Lock Rd, Carrollton, KY 41008 USA
Hiring Agency:
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
for more details on state employment.

Summary:

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. 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 Carroll County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I, you’ll have the opportunity to perform basic level work of highway roadway and construction operations in the Carroll County Unit.

• Hauling materials to and from job sites.
• Operating dump trucks with snow plow and salt spreader to work in the winter months.
• Operate a tractor-type mowing machine, assist in brush cutting, and use chemical sprayers.
• Learn and assist with basic surveying activities on construction projects.
• Flag for operations requiring traffic control.

• Experience working on rough terrain and in changing climates
• Experience working with strict deadlines
• Experience in equipment operation for road maintenance

• Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee Wellness programs.
• Paid leave and paid holidays.
• First day health insurance coverage.

$3.00/hour locality premium for Carroll County

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR

SKILLS:

NONE

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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 Karen Kinman man or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Notes on Eligibility 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.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at  or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

We look forward to reviewing your application.