CERTIFICATION TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Job Requisition ID: 53927 IPR#25-00923
Opening Date: 03/24/2026
Closing Date: 04/07/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,082 Monthly; Full Range: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 2
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 is accountable for directing nondestructive pavement testing field operations to support the roadway research and pavement management responsibilities of the Pavement Programs Section, and assisting with certification programs. 

Essential Functions

• Determines the pavement testing needs, establishes priorities, and schedules testing to support the roadway research and pavement management responsibilities of the department.
• Ensures field measurements are obtained in accordance with established standards, collected roadway evaluation data is accurate to support research, and pavement management requirements.
• Ensures pavement evaluation equipment is calibrated, maintained, and enhanced to support the needs of the Bureau of Research and Office of Planning and Programming (OPP).
• Operates or assists with the operation of the field test equipment as manpower availability and scheduling dictates.
• Learns new equipment operating procedures, evaluates in-field potential, develops operating manuals, and instructs field personnel in proper operation.
• Assists staff in the Bureau of Research with data reduction of collected field data, reporting results to the districts and bureaus and enters results into databases.
• 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

• Ability to read and interpret standardized test methods.
• Working knowledge of reading and interpreting roadway constructions plans.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to physically lift 30 pounds.
• Occasional statewide and infrequent out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background sc