AGGREGATE INSPECTOR (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)
About The Position
The Aggregate Inspector (Engineering Technician III) performs inspections, sampling, testing, documentation, and reporting to ensure aggregates produced at a source meet Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) requirements, have the specified quality and gradation, and comply with the Aggregate Gradation Control System (AGCS), Standard Specifications, and Special Provisions. The role monitors aggregate sources and plant operations, maintains material testing records, reports results in CMMS and other systems, supports laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance, and works with producers to address material deficiencies and ensure compliant deliveries. The position is based in Schaumburg, Illinois, with a stated hybrid schedule of 1 to 5 days per week in the office depending on operational needs. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Extensive travel, occasional night work, and occasional overtime are required. This is a union position subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a job-related technical/science curriculum plus 30 months of engineering experience; or six years of engineering experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Extensive travel.
- Occasional night work.
- Occasional overtime.
- Ability to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
- Successful completion of pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in compliance with USDOT standards, which prohibit cannabis use.
- Complete the IDOT Management Training Program for 5-day Aggregates (CET 021) or 3-day Aggregates (CET 020) with the 2-day upgrade (CET 027) within 12 months of hire.
- Complete IDOT Quality Management Training for PCC Levels I, II, and III and HMA Levels I, II, and III within 36 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of the Aggregate Gradation Control System (AGCS) program, Standard Specifications, and Special Provisions.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong resolution and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Inspect aggregate materials and sources and monitor plant operations to ensure produced aggregates meet project specifications.
- Maintain complete and accurate material testing records.
- Prepare accurate reports for the Construction and Materials Management System (CMMS) and other reporting systems.
- Acquire working knowledge of inspection and testing procedures, specifications, and checklists.
- Observe and verify aggregate producers’ compliance with the department’s AGCS program and the Manual for Aggregate Inspection.
- Understand production and sampling of recycled concrete and slag aggregates and the requirements for accepting virgin and processed materials.
- Help resolve material deficiencies and properly document material exceptions.
- Oversee manufacturing procedures under AGCS programs to minimize production of marginal or unacceptable material.
- Maintain effective working relationships with material producers to ensure compliant material is delivered to IDOT contracts.
- Assist with calibration and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment.
- Obtain necessary certifications and perform required inspections on new products and raw feed as specified.
- Follow departmental safety rules and perform duties in a manner conducive to fair and equitable treatment of employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
- 12 paid sick days annually
- 10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to 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
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
- Monday–Friday work schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
