ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)
About The Position
This position is accountable for assisting the Senior Environmental Services Technician in the review of proposed highway improvements to determine potential environmental impacts, develop appropriate mitigation when necessary, and keep records of the status of all mitigation actions to ensure the timely, accurate, and complete development of environmental reports and documents. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Environmental Studies Technician. 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.
Requirements
- Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum, PLUS thirty months of engineering experience; OR six years of engineering experience.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires occasional district-wide travel.
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive experience in the performance of a variety of technical activities relating to civil engineering.
- Knowledge of regulatory policies that pertain to the environmental sciences.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), Geographic Information System (GIS), and web-based databases to complete assignments.
- Strong oral and/or written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Submits environmental survey requests to the Bureau of Design and Environment.
- Assesses hazardous waste surveys and submits work orders.
- Processes borrow waste area requests.
- Assists and coordinates with the Senior Environmental Studies Technician with reports related to environmental studies.
- Performs duties in accordance with departmental safety policies.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
