We are on the lookout for a proactive Transportation technologist to join our awesome team at Commonwealth of Kentucky in Frankfort, KY.
Growing your career as a Full Time Transportation technologist is an amazing opportunity to develop excellent skills.
If you are strong in cooperation, emotional intelligence and have the right attitude for the job, then apply for the position of Transportation technologist at Commonwealth of Kentucky today!
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8/12/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
23-06754
Transportation Engrng Technologist I
Pay Grade 13
Salary $4,272.46 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40622 USA Description
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 Office of Project Development Division of Planning as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Franklin County, you'll have the opportunity to complete a variety of basic technical components while creating or referencing engineering documents, including plans, proposals, specifications, and addenda. Performs tasks requiring the application of technical principles in the design, development and/or review of engineering projects while training to perform more advanced technical functions. (Engineering decisions recommended by positions of the class must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer.)
Holders of the Transportation Engineering Technologist I position will complete tasks such as: Plan, schedule and coordinate minor engineering projects, collection of traffic count data, collection on all Kentucky Interstate routes. Utilizes Automatic Traffic Recorders (ATRs) in order to perform said counts on semi-permanent loop stations installed in the pavement. Programs and maintains ATR devices in order to achieve count results for future minor engineering projects. Utilize CAD software to assist in preparing minor highway design plans for count stations. Utilize Microsoft Office Software to maintain some minor databases. Utilize software in order to monitor ATR communication technical data and communicate with manager and field team. Inspect semi-permanent count stations and apply technical principles to diagnose issues/problems with field equipment. Repairs equipment as needed. Other duties as assigned. Holders Of This Job Will Obtain The Following Skills Learn to use specific hardware and software need to perform traffic counts. Learn to perform inspections in the field and complete inspection reports. Communicate effectively with teammates and other co-workers throughout the state. Effectively manage workloads and time while traveling statewide.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position: Have experience working with various computer applications, including some CAD experience and Microsoft Office applications. Be able to utilize hand tool, including those need to work on minor electrical devices. Be able to communicate effectively, and write detailed inspection reports on said duties. Be able to work in the field in roadside environments next to traveling traffic. Travel is required on a weekly basis as well as some work at a desk. Some standing/bending/lifting will be required. Being able to work beside and in the roadway on a near daily basis will be required.
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 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com or
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!
We look forward to reviewing your application. Minimum 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: None Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 2. High school OR 3. High school Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have three years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 2. Must have six years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have four 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 third education option above. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): 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. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
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 requires the following of safety procedures.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Robert Brown at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com or View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Benefits of working as a Transportation technologist in Frankfort, KY:
? Unlimited Growth Potential
? Company offers career progression opportunities
? Competitive salary
