SENIOR SQUAD TECHNICIAN (ENGINEER TECHNICIAN IV)
About The Position
The Senior Squad Technician (Engineering Technician IV) prepares design reports, plans, and specifications for highway improvement projects and is accountable for Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD). The position is with the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 2, District 2, Bureau of Program Development, in Dixon, Illinois. The position is represented by a union, and the applicable collective bargaining agreement governs the filling of the position. The role oversees technical aspects of project report and plan preparation, producing CADD drawings, project reports, and contract plans that meet required standards and deadlines. It also includes assembling complete plan sets, mentoring and instructing staff, and preparing exhibits for coordination with outside agencies and public meetings. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hybrid scheduling may be available from one to five days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Overnight travel to conferences and training seminars is required.
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.
- Ability to travel overnight to conferences and training seminars.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Eight years’ experience preparing CADD drawings and assisting with design reports, contract plans, and specifications for highway improvement projects.
- Detailed working knowledge of CADD and highway design principles.
- Ability to mentor less experienced engineers and technicians in CADD techniques and guidelines and in developing design reports and contract plans.
- Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with departmental and industry staff.
- Strong oral and/or written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Oversee technical aspects of project report and plan preparation to ensure proper design of roadway improvement projects.
- Prepare accurate CADD drawings, project reports, and contract plans that meet required standards and specifications within prescribed timeframes.
- Assemble plans to ensure complete plan sets and proper quantity scheduling and application of standards.
- Instruct staff members on drafting techniques, project report and plan preparation, and department procedures.
- Prepare exhibits for project coordination with outside agencies, public meetings, and other purposes.
- Perform duties in compliance with departmental safety rules and in a manner conducive to fair and equitable treatment of employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
- 12 paid sick days annually
- 10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 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
- Monday–Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
- Training and career advancement opportunities
- Robust benefit package and retirement packages
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
