SR. AGGREGATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)
About The Position
This position performs laboratory tests and inspections on aggregates used for district, county, local and other state agency transportation projects. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Senior Aggregate 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.
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 successful completion of a background screening.
- Requires current possession or ability to obtain Aggregate Technician and Portland Cement Concrete Level I Technician QC/QA training within 12 months of hire date.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires district-wide travel, which may include overnight stays.
- Requires ability to work overtime.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and traverse a variety of terrain including, but not limited to, slopes, ladders, steps, rocks and mud.
- Requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Ability to perform outdoor work in a variety of conditions including, but not limited to, active construction sites, aggregate quarries and pits, and roads open to traffic.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of mathematics, to include algebra.
- Experience in transportation materials testing and use of laboratory testing equipment.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Ensures the proper design and field control for the testing of aggregates.
- Ensures supervisors are informed of aggregate quality and gradation status and possible problem areas.
- Ensures the accuracy of aggregate reports.
- Inspects and approves plant equipment and aggregate stockpile placements.
- Assists with overseeing each source’s Aggregate Gradation Control System (AGCS), approves their laboratory testing facility and equipment, and monitors their production.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
