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HEAVY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-COOK COUNTY

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Date:  Mar 13, 2026
Location: 

Arlington Heights, IL, US, 60005

Job Requisition ID:  53736

Job Requisition ID: 53736 IPR# 25-00795
Closing Date: 03/27/2026
​Agency: Department of Transportation
Class Title: Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,190; Full Range $7,190 - $8,991 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook; DuPage; Lake; Will
Number of Vacancies: 44
Bargaining Unit Code: HR001 Local #700 (Cook County), Teamsters

 

Position Locations: 

 

Arlington Team- 210 E Noyes St, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005 IPR# 25-00795

Hillside Team- 4060 May Street, Hillside, Illinois 60162 IPR# 25-00758

Alsip Team- 11801 S Ridgeland Ave, Worth, Illinois 60482 IPR# 25-00760

Gurnee Team- 3516 Washington St, Gurnee, Illinois 60031 IPR# 25-00794

Eisenhower Team- 5201 W Flournoy St, Chicago, Illinois 60644 IPR# 25-00796

Northside Team- 4051 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60634 IPR# 25-00798

Rodenburg Team- 1480 Rodenburg Road, Schaumburg, Illinois 60193 IPR# 25-00799

Harvey Team- 16738 Lathrop Ave, Harvey, Illinois 60426 IPR# 25-00808

Bishop Ford Team- 16915 Van Dam Rd, South Holland, Illinois 60473 IPR# 25-00824

Dan Ryan Team- 6543 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60621 IPR# 25-00826

Northbrook Team- 1916 Techny Rd, Northbrook, Illinois 60062 IPR# 25-00827

Edens Team- 2 Happ Rd, Northfield, Illinois 60093 IPR# 25-00828

I-57 Team- 16010 Crawford Ave, Markham, Illinois 60428 IPR# 25-00839

New Lennox Team- 1400 W Maple St, New Lenox, Illinois 60451 IPR# 25-00842

Stevenson Team- 8630 Joliet Rd, Mc Cook, Illinois 60525 IPR# 25-00843

Kennedy Team- 5027 N Central Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60630 IPR# 25-00845

Oakbrook Team- 17W125 Butterfield Rd, Villa Park, Illinois 60181 IPR# 25-00847

Fleet Operations DuPage County Team 1480 Rodenburg Rd, Roselle, Illinois 60172 IPR# 25-00870

Fleet Operations Cook County Team- 1480 Rodenburg Rd, Roselle, Illinois - 60172 IPR# 25-00871

 

 

 

 

 

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 

 

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire a Heavy Construction Equipment Operator. Under direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor II, this position performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features of the highway system.

Essential Functions

  • Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles including maintenance trucks, pavement marking equipment, tractors, mowing machines, snowplows, salt spreaders, and heavy road graders.
  • Operates sweepers, backhoes, loaders, vactors, gradalls, stripers and other heavy motorized equipment.
  • Performs labor relating to the maintenance of roadside and rights-of-way.
  • Operates and performs daily maintenance on dump trucks.
  • During snow and ice conditions operates snowplow.
  • Operates and maintains CDL Class A licensed vehicles or other heavy equipment such as, low boys, cranes, augers, large tractor trails, bulldozers, power shovels, concrete spreaders, paving mixers and other related construction equipment.
  • 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 equivalent to the completion of eighth grade graduation.
  • Requires two years of experience operating highway construction equipment.
  • Requires one year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free from incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers ability to understand and carry out oral/written instructions.
  • Prefers ability to maintain productive working relationships.

 

Conditions of Employment

    • Requires successful completion of a background investigation.
    • Requires possession of a Clas “A” CDL with appropriate endorsements, including air brakes.
    • Requires the ability to report to headquarters within 45 minutes in emergency situations.
    • Requires the ability to perform arduous labor.
    • Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.
    • Requires the ability to work from ladders and scaffolding.
    • Requires the successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and random drug and alcohol screening.
    • 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 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 culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. 

 

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
  • Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
  • Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
  • New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
  • Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
  • (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

 

Work Hours: 6:30 AM- 3:00 PM Monday-Friday plus 24hr/7day Emergency Call Out

Work Location: 210 E Noyes St, Arlington Heights, Illinois, 60005

Work Office:  Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 1 /District 1 /Bureau of Maintenance

Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Transportation

 

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

 

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Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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