Plats & Plans Technician (Engineering Technician Iii)

the Agency; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ottawa seeks an Engineering Technician III to manage right-of-way activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a background in civil engineering technology, experience in land surveying, and strong communication skills. This full-time role includes a monthly salary of $4159-$7187 and numerous benefits, including health insurance and vacation days.

Benefits

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology or related curriculum.
• Experience in land surveying.
• Experience in highway and bridge design.

Responsibilities

• Perform various right-of-way activities for the preparation of plats and plans.
• Ensure accuracy of right-of-way plats and plans.
• Compute areas of land to be acquired.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology

Job description

Overview

Job Requisition ID : Closing Date : 09 / 24 / 2025
Agency : Department of Transportation
Class Title : ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III - PW013
Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $4159 monthly; Full Range : $4159-$7187 monthly
Job Type : Salaried
Category : Full Time
County : LaSalle
Number of Vacancies : 3

Bargaining Unit Code : NR916 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 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.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for performing the various right-of-way activities for the preparation of plats and plans; performing calculations for land acquisition takings easements and remainders; and checking of legal descriptions and related documents for land acquisition and condemnation.

Essential Functions

• Ensures accuracy and neatness of right-of-way plats and plans.
• Ensures timely completion of assignments in researching from all sources including courthouse records.
• Computes areas of land to be acquired.
• Reviews work of consultants for accuracy and conformity to state policies.
• Ensures timely completion of all court displays as required for condemnation trials.
• Compiles existing right-of-way plats based on inquiries from private surveyors and other sources in a timely manner.
• 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 thirty months of engineering experience; OR Six years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in land surveying.
• Experience in highway and bridge design construction and surveying.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good 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 possession of a valid driver's license.
• Requires occasional district-wide travel.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• 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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Plats & Plans Technicians. 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 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 : 00AM-4 : 30PM Monday-Friday

Work Location : 700 E Norris Dr Ottawa Illinois 61350

Office : Office of Highways Project Implementation / Bureau of Program Development / Region 2 / District 3

Posting Group : Public Safety; Transportation

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.

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Required Experience :

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4159 - 7187