MAINTENANCE SUPPORT ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

Agency:  Department of Transportation 
Position Title: Civil Engineer VI

Closing Date/Time: 01/21/2025 
Salary:  Anticipated Starting Salary $7,517 a month; Full Range: $7,517-$11,692 a month

Job Type:   Salaried 
Category: Full Time

County:   Sangamon  
Number of Vacancies:   1  
Plan/BU:  NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters

 

*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 43978- IPR#47771

Position Overview

This position is responsible for developing and implementing policy and procedures for operations roadside maintenance and training. The incumbent is responsible for the development and successful implementation of the annual contract maintenance program to help maintain and preserve 46,359 lane miles of pavement, maintain facilities at 53 rest areas, as well as various roadside maintenance activities.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Develops policies and procedures for maintenance field operations to achieve most efficient maintenance operations, improve services, and make the best use of available resources.
• Develops policies and procedures required to guide the winter snow and ice removal operations activities for the state highway system.
• Develops policies and procedures for vegetation management (both turf and plant related activities) on highway rights-of-way on a statewide basis and oversees policies and capital projects for rest areas.
• Develops policies and procedures governing pavement maintenance and preservation and serves on the Pavement Preservation Committee.
• Makes recommendations on annual contract maintenance program project requests, priorities, and annual budgets applicable to maintenance operations.
• Oversees training programs in the Bureau of Operations and ensures that suitable training is developed and implemented for central office and district personnel.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Eight years of experience in civil engineering including three years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with specialized knowledge of transportation engineering.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.

Conditions of Employment

1. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
2. Valid driver’s license.
3. Occasional statewide and out of state travel with overnight stays.
4. Successful completion of a background check.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Maintenance Support Engineer.

 

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 improve