SR. AGGREGATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)
State of IllinoisAbout the role
Job Requisition ID: 56975 IPR#26-01454
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 07/09/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician III
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,159 Monthly; Full Range: $4,159 - $7,187 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Effingham
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 performs laboratory tests and inspections on aggregates used for district, county, local and other state agency transportation projects.
Essential Functions
- Ensures the proper design and field control for the testing of aggregates.
- Ensures supervisors are informed of aggregate quality and gradation status and possible problem areas.
- Ensures the accuracy of aggregate reports.
- Inspects and approves plant equipment and aggregate stockpile placements.
- Assists with overseeing each source’s Aggregate Gradation Control System (AGCS), approves their laboratory testing facility and equipment, and monitors their production.
- 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 thirty months of engineering experience; OR six years of engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of mathematics, to include algebra.
- Experience in transportation materials testing and use of laboratory testing equipment.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
- Requires current possession or ability to obtain Aggregate Technician and Portland Cement Concrete Level I Technician QC/QA training within 12 months of hire date.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires district-wide travel, which may include overnight stays.
- Requires ability to work overtime.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and traverse a variety of terrain including, but not limited to, slopes, ladders, steps, rocks and mud.
- Requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Ability to perfo
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