HIGHWAY MAINTAINER - HENRY CO - LYNN CENTER TEAM

State of Illinois; Lynn Center (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire a Highway Maintainer to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features.

The position is unionized and requires a Class A CDL with N or X endorsements, plus at least a high school level education and one year of incident-free driving experience. You will work in Lynn Center, IL with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of four years of high school or equivalent.
• Possession of a Class A CDL with X or N endorsements and no airbrake restrictions.
• One year of driving experience immediately preceeding appointment, free of incidents.

Responsibilities

• Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles.
• Performs labor related to maintenance of roadways and roadside features.
• Assists in snow and ice control during winter conditions.
• Maintains records and handles routine housekeeping at headquarters.
• Responds to emergencies as part of the union workplace.

Skills

CDL Class A operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 59405 IPR #26-01844

Opening Date: 10/07/2026

Closing Date: 10/22/2026

Agency: Department of Transportation

Class Title: Highway Maintainer - Henry County - Lynn Center Team

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,154 Monthly; Full Range: $7,154 - $8,936 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC019 Downstate (All counties other than Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, & Will counties) Teamsters

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office

Work Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Friday

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 2/District 2/Bureau of Operations

Work Location: 4687 State Route 81, Lynn Center, Illinois, 61262

Work County: Henry

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

This position is subject to a pre-employment physical examination, drug and alcohol testing, and random drug and alcohol testing after hired.

****A CLASS "A" CDL WITH "N" OR "X" ENDORSEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a copy of your Class "A" CDL with "N" or "X" endorsement to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. 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

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire a Highway Maintainer to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features.

Essential Functions

• Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles.
• Performs labor relating to maintenance of roadways.
• During snow and ice conditions, assists in snow and ice control.
• Performs labor relating to the maintenance of roadside and right-of-way.
• Performs routine housekeeping duties at headquarters.
• Removes and disposes of trash, dead animals and other debris along highways.
• Maintains on the job records.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of high school.
• Requires possession of a Class “A” CDL with appropriate endorsements, to include X or N and no airbrake restrictions.
• Requires one year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free of incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires successful completion of a background investigation, a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as on-going random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
• Successful completion of pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in compliance with USDOT standards which prohibit the use of cannabis.
• Requires the ability to perform arduous labor outdoors in a variety of adverse conditions including, but not limited to, hot, cold, wet, windy, muddy, confined spaces, active construction sites, climbing steep terrain, roadways open to traffic and wading in water while dealing with adverse environmental conditions such as poisonous plants, animals, insects, rodents and snakes.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the US Dept. of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Requires the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions while maintaining productive working relationships.
• Operations employees are subject to call at any hour of the day or night on any day of the year in order to respond to emergencies outside of normal work hours. As a result, negotiated rate employees are required to work reasonable amounts of overtime when necessary. Any bargaining unit employee who may be required to engage in a call out shall respond to the call as quickly as practicable but in no situation can the response time exceed 45 minutes.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

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.

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.

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