ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - DISTRICT CADRE TECHNICIAN - DISTRICT 1

State of Illinois•Schaumburg, IL

About The Position

This position is accountable for performing entry level tasks associated with the inspection and layout of highway construction projects. This is a full-time permanent, entry-level position that is a part of a district-wide rotation program.

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.
Occasional overtime.
Occasional district and state-wide travel.
Successful completion of a background screening.

Responsibilities

Provides accurate and efficient work as a member of a survey crew.
Keeps an accurate and legible record of inspections, field measurements, and documentation of contract pay items in accordance with department procedures.
Keeps the Resident Engineer/Technician informed on status and/or problems of contractor’s work.
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