LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)

State of Illinois; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

State of Illinois is seeking a Landscape Technician (Engineering Technician III) in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on implementing roadside landscape features, ensuring safety, and coordinating contracts to maintain aesthetically pleasing facilities for the traveling public.

The incumbent will work with Roadside Management, design and maintenance teams, providing input on CSS issues and coordinating with district weed spray crews. Hybrid in-office schedule is available.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a related technical/science curriculum plus thirty months of engineering experience
• Six years of engineering experience

Responsibilities

• Ensures accomplishment of landscape projects according to specifications.
• Provides timely and accurate reports on existing conditions of roadside development areas to help determine operation priorities.
• Provides technical advice needed to develop roadside development projects and assists the district’s contracted weed spray crews.
• Establishes scopes, schedules, and budgets of rest area building repair contracts and ensures all contracts are completed on time.
• Coordinates and implements the district Adopt-a-Highway Program.
• Ensures safety through proper training and implementation of safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independence

Communication skills

Project leadership

Job description

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LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59698 IPR# 26-01904
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician III
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 4,159 Monthly; Full Range: $ 4,159 - $ 7,187 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Work Location: 401 Main St, Peoria, Illinois, 61602

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Operations

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.

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

This position is accountable for the implementation of acceptable roadside development installations on established and new facilities and develops rest area contracts and maintenance work activities to help keep the facilities functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing to the traveling public. This position assists the Roadside Management Specialist in the design, construction, and maintenance of the roadway landscape features to ensure safety, compatibility, preservation, and aesthetics within the system. The incumbent provides input tooperations and other bureaus regarding landscape, erosion control, and Context Sensitive Solution (CSS) issues.

Essential Functions

• Ensures accomplishment of landscape projects according to specifications.
• Provides timely and accurate reports on existing conditions of roadside development areas needed to help determine operation priorities.
• Provides technical advice needed to develop roadside development projects and provides assistance and direction to the district’s contracted weed spray crews.
• Establishes scopes, schedules, and budgets of rest area building repair contracts and ensures all contracts are completed according to specifications and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the district Adopt-a-Highway Program.
• Ensures safety through proper training and the implementation of proper subject matter principlesand practices.
• 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 t hirty months of engineering experience; OR Six years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform job duties independently and with minimal guidance/supervision.
• Ability to take direct charge of simple engineering projects within design standards.
• Strong oral and/or written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver's license.
• Districtwide travel.
• 24/7 on call availability.
• 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.
• 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 Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Landscape Technician.

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:

• 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.

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 fin.