ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I- JUNIOR INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN - DISTRICT 6

Job Requisition ID: 55029 – IPR# 25-00944
Opening Date: 04/20/2026
Closing Date: 05/20/2026

​Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - PW011 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary:  $3,941 Monthly; Full Range: $3,941 – $5,023 monthly

Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters

 

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.

 

 

 

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.

 

Position Overview

This position assists in documenting the inspection of materials, assisting in creating certification reports, and assisting in preforming Independent Assurance functions within the materials database for the district.

Essential Functions

• Assists in preforming quality assurance on assigned materials to construction projects for quantity and material compliance.
• Assists in gathering information for certification reports.
• Assists in securing missing information and reports.
• Assists in the independent assurance functions in the district.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum; OR two years of engineering experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Occasional overtime.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• 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.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

​About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Engineering Technicians (ET I).

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 pr