MATERIALS CERTIFICATION TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Closing Date/Time: 05/16/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5,082 Monthly; Full Range: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly  
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: LaSalle
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: 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.

 

Posting Identification Number REQ#46919 - IPR#2025-00180

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 is responsible for supervising and ensuring the proper completion of the certification of materials incorporated into projects within the districts utilizing any state or federal funds in relation to but not limited to the Construction and Materials Management System (CMMS).

Essential Functions

• Provides accurate and timely documentation relative to Certification and Quality Control procedures.
• Assures accurate and timely entries of documents and data into the Construction and Materials Management System (CMMS) platform.
• Provides training, expertise, and guidance to various other bureaus, outside agencies, and internal staff relative to the materials certification requirements and procedure within the CMMS.
• Supervises, trains, and motivates subordinate personnel.
• 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 PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR Seven years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Construction and Materials Management System (CMMS).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
• Valid driver's license.
• Occasional districtwide travel.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• 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.

 

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Materials Certification 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