RAILROAD TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

State of Illinois•Peoria, IL

8d•$5,082 - $9,309•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for the administration of the districtwide railroad safety program. This includes performing annual railroad grade crossing inspections, preparing and/or reviewing plans for and supervising construction of at-grade crossing improvement projects, and reviewing and processing railroad invoices for payment. The position also supports the Project Support Engineer by performing data compilation, railroad coordination, and preparing railroad agreements associated with highway improvement projects.

Requirements

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a job- related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR Seven years of engineering experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Extensive districtwide travel including occasional overnight stays.
Successful completion of a background screening.

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of railroad and highway planning, design, and construction techniques.
Strong judgment, communication, and planning skills.
Working knowledge of electronic surveying and construction inspection.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, MicroStation, and Geographic Information System (GIS).

Responsibilities

Performs annual railroad grade crossing inspections.
Supervises and inspects the construction of railroad grade crossing improvements projects.
Furnishes highway plans and other related data to railroad companies for the preparation of grade crossing improvement plans and estimates.
Performs railroad coordination as needed for state highway improvement projects.
Prepares railroad agreements for flaggers, inspections, and engineering reviews.
Reviews and processes railroad invoices for payment.
Compiles and maintains files and status pertaining to railroad coordination, agreements, and the railroad safety program.
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

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)
12 paid Sick Days annually
10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can 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