MIXTURES SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)

State of Illinois•Ottawa, IL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for aiding the Mixtures Control Unit in the areas of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) production and construction. The Illinois Department of Transportation (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. IDOT fosters a culture of inclusivity, values diversity, and holds itself to the highest ethical standards, collaborating with colleagues and external partners to meet customer needs. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.

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.
Certified in IDOT’s Mixture Aggregate Technician or Aggregate Technician, PCC I, and HMA I.
Valid driver’s license.
Extensive district-wide travel of approximately 15,000 miles per year.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
Successful completion of a background check.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Requires the ability to obtain PCC-II and HMA-II certifications within 12 months of hire.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Nice To Haves

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively interact with department engineers and technicians as well as consultants, producers and contractors.
Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software.
Experience with CMMS and the QMP package.

Responsibilities

Inspects Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) mixtures at the plant and job site.
Informs supervisor of HMA and PCC production status and possible problem areas.
Completes material test reports completely and accurately.
Attends and passes required training courses.
Performs duties in compliance with department 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