SQUAD TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECH I)
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician I - Squad Technician
Closing Date/Time: 05/14/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $3,941 monthly; Full Range: $2,859-$5,023 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Edgar
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: Pro Tech Teamsters
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#45859 - IPR#00171
Why Work for Illinois?
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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
This position is accountable for performing basic tasks associated with designing and preparing studies, plans and specifications for highway facility improvements.
Essential Functions
- Perform basic cost and quantity calculations to ensure their accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare accurate design layouts and basic drawings in compliance with prescribed standards and specifications.
- Accomplish assigned tasks in a timely manner to facilitate the letting of contracts on schedule.
- 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; OR
- Two years of engineering experience.
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 travel.
- Requires successful completion of a background check.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Engineering Technician I’s.
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.
- As an Engineering Technician I, you have the possibility of promoting to an Engineering Technician II within 12-24 months.
- A possibility of promoting to an Engineering Technician III within 18-30 months.
Engineer Technician I’s with the Illinois Department of Transportation are trained in a variety of specializations during their career. They work with engineers from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and careers. They are exposed to both external and internal engineering professionals. This program is a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and career while networking within a vast engineering network. IDOT offers an ideal program to start and expand an engineering career.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas.
- 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: 13473 IL Highway 133, Paris, Illinois, 61944
Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 3/District 5/Bureau of Program Development
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Paris-SQUAD-TECHNICIAN-%28ENGINEERING-TECH-I%29-IL-61944/1274889400/
*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