HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEAD WORKER- COOK COUNTY - KENNEDY TEAM

Job Requisition ID: 50019 IPR# 25-00247
Closing Date: 09/19/2025
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Highway Maintenace Lead Worker - Cook County - Kennedy Team
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,235 a month; Full Range $7,235 - $9,047 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: HR001 Local #700 (Cook County), 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.

 

This position is subject to a pre-employment physical examination, drug and alcohol testing, and random drug and alcohol testing after hired.

****A CLASS "A" CDL WITH "N" OR "X" ENDORSEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a copy of your Class "A" CDL with "N" or "X" endorsement to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

 

 

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

 

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire a Highway Maintenance Lead Worker. Under direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor II, this position performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair a nd upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features of the highway system.

 

Essential Functions

• As Lead Worker, directs work activities of skilled and unskilled workers involved in the maintenance of guardrail, culvert and gutter work, drainage installations, minor bridge, abutment and guardrail repair.
• Performs labor relating to maintenance of roadways involving the maintenance of guardrail, culvert and gutter work; drainage installations; minor bridge, abutment and guardrail repair.
• During snow and ice conditions, assists in snow and ice control.
• Prepares and submits daily report for hours worked, supplies used, and work performed utilizing the AMP System to schedule work, inventory, materials, and equipment.
• Instructs personnel in the proper, safe use of equipment, and the appropriate material usage procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development to the completion of two years of high school.
• Requires two years’ experience performing highway construction and maintenance work.
• Requires possession of a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements, to include X or N and no airbrake restrictions.
• Requires one year driving experience immediately precedi