ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - DESIGN SQUAD TECHNICIAN - DISTRICT 3

State of Illinois • Ottawa, IL

5d

About The Position

This position is accountable for assisting the squad in the preparation of plans for highway and bridge improvements by performing drafting, calculations, and routine tasks. Essential Functions:
Drafts simple and basic layouts of highway improvements which are used in preparing complete sets of design plans.
Performs quantity calculations for accuracy and completeness.
Accomplishes assigned tasks in a timely manner to facilitate the letting of contracts on schedule.
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.

Requirements

• Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum; OR Two years of technical experience in engineering.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Districtwide travel to active construction sites.
• Successful completion of a background screening.

Responsibilities

• Drafts simple and basic layouts of highway improvements which are used in preparing complete sets of design plans.
• Performs quantity calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Accomplishes assigned tasks in a timely manner to facilitate the letting of contracts on schedule.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees