The Kansas Department of Transportation is looking for a dependable, trainable, team player with good communication skills to become part of our family.  Currently hiring an Engineering Technician Series position located in Hays, KS.

This is beginning level technical work in engineering and performed according to specific instructions and standards. Work involves performing several basic engineering and mathematical procedures which require following instructions and guidelines plus providing accurate and complete records of that work. Performs or assists other technicians or engineers in the performance of routine engineering tests in the laboratory or field, or inspection on construction projects for compliance with standard practice, specifications, plans, and special provisions.  This includes such things as performing or assisting in testing of construction materials and other standard tests. Performs other related duties as assigned including Operates snowplow truck (Class B CDL required) to fill in at various locations as needed. Position requires valid driver’s license.  On-the-job training is provided to obtain a CDL within 60 days.

Due to the nature of the work, incumbent may/will be required to work additional hours when needed, including nights and weekends

 An annual $250 Personal Protection Equipment allowance is available.  Health insurance including dental and vision insurance are provided at a minimal cost.  Other benefits include vacation and sick leave.  This position is subject to pre-employment physical and drug testing.  This position is full-time, unclassified with benefits. Pay begins at $13.95 per hour. Upon successful completion of this one year program employees promote to an Engineering technician (ET) in the unclassified service at a pay rate of $15.38 per hour.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Each applicant apply for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a State Tax Clearance Certificate by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s website at: https://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html

A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws.  Applicants are responsible for submitting their certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. Application and Personal Data forms may be completed on-line at https://www.da.ks.gov/ps/skills/admin_fna.htm.  Submit on-line forms to the following agency mailbox: Transportation, District Three Headquarters.

Paper forms are available at any KDOT office and may be sent to KDOT – District Three Headquarters, Attention HR Dept.  PO Box 350, Norton, KS 67654. Indicate Requisition #190824  on the application form.  Position Closes 10/2/2018.

Pre-Employment Physical Testing Required:  This position is subject to pre-employment physical testing.   The selected candidate will be required to pass the screening as a condition of employment in this position.