BRIDGE MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)
About The Position
This position is accountable for the operation, inspection, minor repair work, and routine maintenance of all state-maintained bridges and culverts in the district. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge Maintenance Engineer. 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.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of bridge types, basic components and problems related to bridges.
- Ability to initiate, coordinate and direct large scale engineering programs or research and planning activities of a difficult technical nature.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the laws and policies controlling the activities administered.
- Good decision making, supervisory and organizational skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skill
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements plans and programs to ensure year-round maintenance of bridges.
- Directs inspections, minor repair work, and routine maintenance of all bridges in the district to determine repair of maintenance required at each structure.
- Compiles records and prepare reports regarding bridge maintenance for accounting purposes.
- Reviews as requested preliminary bridge plans for future construction to ensure needs are being addressed.
- Attends field review inspections as requested for final acceptance of bridge construction.
- Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel.
- Supervises or aids in emergency maintenance.
- 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
- 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)
- 12 paid Sick Days annually
- 10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually
- 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
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
