RESIDENT TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV) - REQ#41829
Location:
Peoria, IL, US, 61602
Job Requisition ID: 41829
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5,082 Monthly; Full Range: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Peoria
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.
State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number REQ#41829 - IPR#46970
Position Overview
This position is accountable for the construction supervision of one or more highway improvement contracts in a specified geographical area within the district.
Essential Functions
- Ensures that construction projects are built according to plans, specifications, and departmental policies
- Coordinates pertinent and timely information about assigned construction projects with the Supervising Field Engineer or next level of supervision as appropriate
- Ensures documentation and records are complete to facilitate timely acceptance of the project
- Resolves differing viewpoints arising from construction activities, contract provisions, or public complaints and others affected by the construction project
- Ensures proper traffic control measures are being used
- Ensures the safety and well-being of subordinate personnel
- Trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel
- Ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and labor compliance activities
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR Seven years of engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and the application of engineering techniques to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works
- Knowledge of mathematics and its application to project design, field surveying and engineering computational activities
- Ability to supervise a staff engaged in either field or office engineering functions
- Strong oral and written communication skills
Conditions of Employment
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
- Requires a valid driver’s license
- Requires extensive travel
- Successful completion of a background screening
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Resident Technician.
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.
Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 401 Main St, Peoria, Illinois, 61602
Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Project Implementation
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation ; Leadership & Management; Public Safety
If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Peoria-RESIDENT-TECHNICIAN-%28ENGINEERING-TECHNICIAN-IV%29-IL-61602/1218272300/
*If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above
*If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.