Transportation Engrng Technologist I

Madisonville, KY, US, United States

Job Description

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10/22/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)
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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

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Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
1840 North Main Street

Madisonville, KY 42431 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 Planning Section as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Hopkins County, you'll have the opportunity to learn to plan data collection for Highway Performance Maintenance System, traffic forecasting, conduct volume, special, turn & classification traffic counts.



Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Learn to prepare maps for planning studies. Assist with traffic counts. Utilize GIS technology. Attend planning meetings.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:
Traffic Forecasting. GIS experience. Experience reviewing planning studies.

Benefits and Perks:
Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance. Retirement savings. Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee wellness programs. On the job trainings. Steady work schedule with opportunities for overtime.

Additional information: (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc) Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites & other types of work zones.



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/.



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!
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 Nick Hall at Nick.Hall@ky.gov or 270-824-7080.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5784262
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Madisonville, KY, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned