BITUMINOUS MIX AREA QUAL ASSURANCE TECH (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)
About The Position
This position is primarily accountable for Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Quality Assurance testing in an assigned geographic area as well as testing Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) and soils as required. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Bituminous Mixtures Area Quality Assurance Technicians. 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.
Requirements
- Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a job-related technical/science curriculum PLUS thirty months of engineering experience OR six years of engineering experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Daily travel within the assigned area; overnight travel may be required.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of mathematics.
- Skill in the use of laboratory testing equipment and engineering field and office instruments.
- Good oral and/or written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Performs Quality Assurance testing of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) mixtures.
- Performs and reports inspection of Portland Cement Concrete (PCC), soils, aggregates, and other construction materials as needed.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with contractors and other Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) personnel assigned to construction projects.
- Responsible for proper use, calibration, and maintenance of testing equipment.
- Responsible for completeness and accuracy of test data, reports, data entry, and other record keeping.
- 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.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
