Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Final date to receive applications: 2/21/2026 (7:00 PM EST)

Job
-00687

Position:
Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $5,169.46 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency:
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location:

310 Port Royal Rd, Campbellsburg, KY 40011 USA

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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 Project Delivery & Preservation Branch II as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III in Henry County, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee activities on major construction, maintenance and utility relocation projects.

• Use technical expertise on roadway projects
• Monitor projects to ensure crew coordination is fulfilled and safe practices are being followed
• Quality assurance of projects to ensure compliance with cabinet and federal laws
• Organize and conduct meetings with contractors and cabinet officials
• Maintain, prepare and review engineering documents

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• Technical engineering experience
• Construction experience
• Valid driver’s license

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• A collaborative and innovative work environment
• Employee wellness program.

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.

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.

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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.

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

• Must have four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above;
• Must have seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above;
• Must have ten years of engineering-related experience in which 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;
• Must have eight 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 fourth education option above.

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…