TRAFFIC PROJECTS TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Illinois Comptroller; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation in Springfield is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to manage the statewide signing programs, invoices, and fee collection. The role involves maintaining records, assisting districts, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The position is salaried with a hybrid work schedule; typical hours are Monday–Friday, with in-office presence required up to 5 days per week depending on needs. HQ at Springfield, Sangamon County.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or related technical/science curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees the statewide signing programs in accordance with state and federal rules.
• Establishes and maintains filing system for account records and prepares invoices and collects fees for annual billing.
• Assists district offices with questions and issues pertaining to the department’s signing programs.
• Assists in preparation of rules, manuals, and forms for the signing programs.
• Performs duties in compliance with safety rules and ensures fair treatment of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Two years of college in civil engineering technology

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TRAFFIC PROJECTS TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

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Job Requisition ID:58555 IPR #2026-01707
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/06/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IVSalary:Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,082 Monthly; Full Range: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:Springfield - 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy
Work County: Sangamon

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation / Bureau ofOperations
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

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Position Overview

This position is accountable for the management, invoicing, and fee collection for the Illinois Department ofTransportation’s (IDOT) special signing programs including the statewide Interstate Business Logo SigningProgram, Attraction Logo SigningProgram, Tourist Oriented Directional Signing (TODS) Program, and RoadsideMemorial Program.

Essential Functions

• Manages and oversees the statewide Interstate Business Logo Signing Program, Attraction Logo SigningProgram, Tourist Oriented Directional Signing (TODS) Program, and the Roadside Memorial Program inaccordance with state and federal rules.
• Establishes and maintains an electronic and hard copy filing system for account records and prepares invoices and collects fees for the annual billing of the special signing programs.
• Assists the district offices with questions and issues pertaining to the department’s special signing programs.
• Assists in the preparation of rules, manuals, and forms associated with the special signing programs.
• 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 relatedtechnical/science curriculum PLUS five