Transportation Auto/Truck Techn III

Company: State of Kentucky
Location: Bowling Green
Posted on: November 15, 2023

Job 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 Unit as a Transportation Auto/Truck Technician III in Warren County, you'll have the opportunity to performs major repairs and maintains gasoline and diesel-powered equipment such as dozers, graders, backhoes, loaders, pavers, etc. Holders of the Transportation Auto/Truck Technician III position will complete tasks such as: Diagnosis, repairs and maintains gas and diesel powered equipment. Inspects and analyzes light or heavy equipment for completeness of repairs and servicing reports. Maintain equipment during snow and ice operations. Computer monitoring of equipment. Holders of this job title will obtain the following skills: Overhauling major systems in engines, transmissions, hydraulic and electrical systems. Rebuilds turbo chargers, replaces fuel injection pumps, repairs, and overhauls all major systems and parts such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic and electrical systems, disassembles, replaces, and inspects differentials etc. Sets up and adjusts arc-welding machines as well as oxygen torch sets. ASE certifications Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position: CDL Must be Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified in any three of the medium/heavy truck or automobile test series. Must be ASE certified in at least one of the following: Diesel engines, Gasoline engines, or Engine repair. Understanding importance of safety and willingness to promote safe work environment. 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! 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 or Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: High school graduate. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have five 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. Must be Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified in any three of the medium/ heavy truck or automobile test series, one of which must be diesel engines, gasoline engines, or engine repair Employees in this job classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority within six months of employment in the job classification, documentation that he or she possesses a valid Class A commercial driver's license. 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 Incumbents working in this job title perform work in a repair facility or field setting 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 Jennifer Kline at or .

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