HIGHWAY MAINTAINER - SNOW REMOVAL OPERATOR-DISTRICT 2

State of Illinois•Amboy, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring temporary Snow Removal Operators for the 2026/2027 snow and ice season. This hourly, on-call position performs work related to maintaining, repairing, and caring for roads, bridges, and other transportation structures and features. Work is non-permanent and non-benefit, as needed from October 16 through April 15, with dates dependent on weather. The position is based at one of the listed District 2 team section locations and may be called at any hour to respond to emergencies.

Requirements

Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
Possess a Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements, including X or N, and no airbrake restrictions; seasonal employees may use this qualification for up to two years. Beginning in the third year from initial hire, seasonal employees must possess a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements, including X or N, and no airbrake restrictions.
One year of driving experience immediately preceding appointment, free of incidents that could result in license suspension or revocation.
Successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, physical examination, and drug and alcohol screening, and submit to ongoing random drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to perform arduous outdoor labor in varied adverse conditions, including hot, cold, wet, windy, muddy, and confined environments; active construction sites; steep terrain; roadways open to traffic; and water, while exposed to environmental hazards such as poisonous plants, animals, insects, rodents, and snakes.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and maintain productive working relationships.
Ability to perform medium work, including lifting up to 50 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be available for emergency call-outs at any hour and any day of the year; respond as quickly as practicable, with response time not exceeding 45 minutes.
Work reasonable amounts of overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles requiring a Class A or Class B CDL.
Assist with emergency snow and ice control.
Assist with servicing, washing, and minor repairs of trucks, tractors, snowplows, salt spreaders, compressors, graders, and other light highway equipment.
Perform routine housekeeping and general care of headquarters grounds.
Perform other duties reasonably related to the listed duties, as required or assigned.