ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I-CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN - DISTRICT 7

State of Illinois•Effingham, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for providing engineering assistance to the Resident Engineer in the inspection, layout and documentation of highway construction improvement projects. This position is included in the rotational program for Engineers and Engineering Technicians.

Requirements

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum OR two years of engineering experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Travel is 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.

Responsibilities

Keeps accurate and legible record of inspection, field measurements and documentation of contract.
Keeps the Resident Engineer informed on status and/or problems of contractor's work.
Provides accurate measurements on surveys for construction layout.
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