Traffic Projects Technician - (Engineering Technician IV)

Civicworks; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks is seeking a Traffic Projects Technician (Engineering Technician IV) based in Springfield, Illinois. This full-time, hybrid role supports Illinois DOT signing programs through program oversight, invoicing, fee collection, and record-keeping.

The position requires college credits in civil engineering technology or related fields with substantial engineering experience and a readiness to travel statewide for site coordination.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or related technical/science curriculum plus five years of engineering experience; or seven years of engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Program oversight of Illinois DOT signing programs (Interstate Business Logo Signing, Attraction Logo Signing, TO Direction Signing, Roadside Memorial).
• Invoice preparation and fee collection.
• Record management and coordination with district offices.

Skills

Excel

Access

Relationship building

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Two years of college in civil engineering technology or related technical curriculum

Five years of engineering experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

The Traffic Projects Technician (Engineering Technician IV) manages Illinois Department of Transportation's special signing programs, including Interstate Business Logo Signing, Attraction Logo Signing, Tourist Oriented Directional Signing, and Roadside Memorial programs. The role involves program oversight, invoice preparation, fee collection, record management, and coordination with district offices. Based in Springfield, this is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule in the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.

Key qualifications:

• Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR seven years of engineering ex
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, or other database programs
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff and the public
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel statewide with overnight stays