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8/30/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)
25-05112
Transportation Engineer I
Pay Grade
16
Salary
$5,686.20 - $6,345.14 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
822 Elizaville Avenue
Flemingsburg, KY 41041 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 Utility Relocation Section as a Transportation Engineer I in Fleming County, you'll have the opportunity to perform the duties and tasks associated with the relocation of utilities in preparation of highway construction.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Facilitation of the utility relocation process in preparation of roadway improvement projects
Review roadway and utility plans, managing agreements (contracts) and reimbursements
Field review and inspection of utility relocation construction
Roadway Project Management - The facilitation of Planning, Design, Right of Way and Utility Relocation processes
Review plans, providing estimates, identifying conflicts, resolving issues
Ideal candidate will have experience in:
Utility relocation
Project management
Contract administration
Roadway plan reading
Conflict identification and resolution
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.
Typical 37.5 hour workweek with opportunities for compensatory time
Both office and field work environments
Opportunities for advancement
Additional position information: Moderate travel; typically within District Nine, but occasional travel to Frankfort. Primarily sitting at a desk, but opportunities to go into field requiring standing, stooping, bending and minor lifting.
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 ... or
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this job classification. Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six month probationary period. Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained. For additional information refer to: 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 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 Darrin Eldridge at ... or ....
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
8/30/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)
25-05112
Transportation Engineer I
Pay Grade
16
Salary
$5,686.20 - $6,345.14 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
822 Elizaville Avenue
Flemingsburg, KY 41041 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 Utility Relocation Section as a Transportation Engineer I in Fleming County, you'll have the opportunity to perform the duties and tasks associated with the relocation of utilities in preparation of highway construction.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Facilitation of the utility relocation process in preparation of roadway improvement projects
Review roadway and utility plans, managing agreements (contracts) and reimbursements
Field review and inspection of utility relocation construction
Roadway Project Management - The facilitation of Planning, Design, Right of Way and Utility Relocation processes
Review plans, providing estimates, identifying conflicts, resolving issues
Ideal candidate will have experience in:
Utility relocation
Project management
Contract administration
Roadway plan reading
Conflict identification and resolution
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.
Typical 37.5 hour workweek with opportunities for compensatory time
Both office and field work environments
Opportunities for advancement
Additional position information: Moderate travel; typically within District Nine, but occasional travel to Frankfort. Primarily sitting at a desk, but opportunities to go into field requiring standing, stooping, bending and minor lifting.
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 ... or
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this job classification. Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six month probationary period. Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained. For additional information refer to: 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 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 Darrin Eldridge at ... or ....
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Job ID: 490241462
Originally Posted on: 8/21/2025
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