Inspector - Engineering Tech I

Closing Date / Time : 04 / 21 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary : $3941 Monthly; Full Range : $3941 $5023 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Edgar

Number of Vacancies : 5

Plan / BU : 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.

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Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number REQ#45821 IPR#47577

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Position Overview

This position is accountable for providing engineering assistance to the Resident Engineer in the inspection and layout of construction projects.

Essential Functions

• Keeps accurate and legible records of inspections, field measurements, and documentation of contracts.
• Keeps the Resident Engineer and Resident Technician on a project-by-project basis informed on status and/or problems of contractors' work.
• Provides accurate and efficient measurements and construction staking as a member of the survey crew.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or 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 successful completion of a background check.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430 / 545 apply to this position.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Engineering Technician Is.

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 Is 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:

• 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 pretax 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 Office : Office of Highways Project Implementation Region 3 / District 5 / Bureau of Project Implementation

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