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BRIDGE TECHNICIAN INSPECTION SPECIALIST (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Illinois Department of Transportation *
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Location:  Peoria, IL, US, 61602

Job Requisition ID:  41707

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Closing Date/Time: 11/25/2024
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#41707 - IPR#47579

Position Overview

This position is responsible for detailed inspection of bridges and structures throughout the district to fulfill the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), those of the district and state maintenance policies, management of the district’s bridge Inspection specialist team, preparation of necessary reports and forms and input of required data into the Bridge Inspection System (BIS) within the Illinois Structure Information System (ISIS).

Essential Functions

  • Directs and supervises on a day-to-day basis a Bridge Inspection Specialist team in the continuing detailed field inspection of bridges and structures throughout the district to ensure compliance with the NBIS.
  • Conducts field inspections of fracture critical structures and pin and link assemblies, underwater bridge inspection and scour analysis to meet the requirements of the NBIS.
  • Conducts visual inspection of bridges to seek out damaged or deteriorated components, providing records and photographs of deficiencies detected and makes appropriate recommendations for repair or further structural analysis.  Surveys include precise measurements and elevations of bridge components and stream or riverbed profiles and cross-sections.
  • Prepares bridge inspection forms and reports under the direction of the Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist. Enters inspection data, requests reports and analyzes information from the BIS/ISIS system.
  • Operates and maintains a variety of expensive and sophisticated equipment used by the team.
  • Establishes proper traffic protection in accordance with departmental standards.
  • Performs calculations in conjunction with the inspection and reports.
  • Conducts field inspection of sign trusses, vaults and other confined spaces, and small   structures including, but not limited to, single and multiple cell culverts.
  • Assists the Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist with computer data entry tracking.
  • 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 bridge nomenclature and ability to recognize structural problems in a variety of bridge types in order to immediately report serious deficiencies.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Efficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Conditions of Employment

1. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

2. Valid driver’s license.

3. District-wide travel which could include overnight stays and overtime.

4. Ability to work in confined spaces; climb various types of structures at various heights over land and water in adverse environment of weather, debris and traffic conditions; and operate under bridge cranes, aerial lift and underwater inspection equipment as well as non-destructive testing and confined space entry equipment.

5. Successful completion of a background screening.

 

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge Technician Inspection Specialist.

 

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 Operations

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-BRIDGE-TECHNICIAN-INSPECTION-SPECIALIST-%28ENGINEERING-TECHNICIAN-IV%29-IL-61602/1218251400/

*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.