Job Description

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10/21/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)
25-06305
Transportation Engrng Technlgst Supv
Pay Grade
16
Salary
$5,686.20 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
2280 Adams Lane

Henderson, KY 42420 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 Henderson Section Office as a Transportation Engineering Technologist Supervisor in Henderson County, you'll have the opportunity to plan, assign, supervise section office staff, maintenance supervisors. Perform construction and maintenance project inspections.



Summary of Responsibilities:
Plan, assign, supervise office staff in the Section and Maintenance superintendents Perform routine and final inspection on construction and maintenance projects Make recommendations and estimates Make recommendations concerning the planning and design of transportation facilities and related work Review requests for major repairs or projects

Ideal candidate will have experience in:
Supervisory experience Construction and maintenance project oversight Experience completing performance evaluations Completing estimates for construction and maintenance projects

Benefits and 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 On the job trainings Steady work schedule with opportunities for overtime

Additional position information (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, and sitting at a desk, etc.)



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



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 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!



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 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.
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:

Four years of engineering-related experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

1. Possess a valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors OR 2. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 3. High school OR 4. High school

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

1. Must have four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 2. Must have seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have ten years of engineering-related experience in which case 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 4. Must have ten years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified InspectionTeam Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course with the fourth 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 possesses 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 require 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 Matt West at Matt.West@ky.gov or 502-764-1300.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D