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Transportation Auto/Truck Techn I

Commonwealth of Kentucky
Williamstown, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jul 2026
💰 $46,000/yr($30,000/yr$46,000/yr)

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Transportation Auto/Truck Techn I
Pay Grade 10
Salary
$15.13 - $22.70 Hourly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
911 S Main St
Williamstown, KY 41097 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 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 Equipment Section as a Transportation Auto/Truck Technician I, you’ll have the opportunity to complete preventive maintenance and initiate equipment repairs in the Equipment Section in Grant County.

Summary of Responsibilities:
  • Maintains automotive vehicles and equipment by repairing, adjusting or replacing batteries, performing tune-ups, replacing and adjusting head and taillights, checking fluids and lubricants, changing filters and belts,changing, repairing and rotating tires, checking tire pressure.
  • Operates tools and machinery in the repair and maintenance of automotive vehicles and equipment.
  • Inspects and analyzes automotive vehicles and equipment for repairs and service.
Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In:
  • Mechanic experience
  • Experience in completing repair and service reports
  • Automotive and truck repair experience
  • Maintenance of equipment and autos and trucks
Benefits and Perks:
  • Comprehensive health and optional dental and life insurance.
  • Retirement savings.
  • Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
  • Employee wellness programs.
  • Paid leave and paid holidays.
  • First day health insurance coverage.
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.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

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://dhs.gov/e-verify

We look forward to reviewing your application.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of automotive/equipment/truck repair technical experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Vocational or technical school training in automotive/truck repair or a related area will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

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. Employees in this job classification must furnish the agency's appointing autho

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