LOCAL BRIDGE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

About The Position

This position is accountable for providing practical working knowledge of bridge and culvert inspections, mainly structures with deterioration. This position reviews and updates structure inventory data in the Illinois Structure Information System (ISIS). The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Local Bridge Inspection 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. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

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 ability to inspect bridges and culverts with the use of ladders, waders, and under-bridge inspection vehicles.
Requires Valid Driver’s license.
Requires frequent statewide travel with overnight stays.
Requires successful completion of background screening.

Nice To Haves

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate local agency bridge inspection trips statewide.
Experience with MicroStation and Microsoft Office applications.
Bridge inspection experience including taking section loss measurements and inspection sketch detailing.
Successful completion of National Highway Institute Bridge Inspection courses.
Illinois National Bridge Inspector Certification.

Responsibilities

Prioritizes, schedules, and performs local agency bridge rating inspections varying from simple to moderately complex.
Ensures that accurate field drawings, measurements, and photographs are produced for evaluation and structural determination of local agency structures.
Provides advice and guidance to district office and local agency personnel concerning bridge closures and inspection techniques.
Ensures moderately complex official departmental structural rating and posting recommendations are clearly and accurately reported to the local agency having jurisdiction, and that they are included in the structure database in accordance with state statutes.
Ensures complete and accurate letters and reports are provided as scheduled or requested.
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