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SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

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Date:  Jul 29, 2026
Location: 

Ottawa, IL, US, 61350

Job Requisition ID:  57105

Job Requisition ID: 57105 IPR #26-01561
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 08/12/2026
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: LaSalle
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 is accountable for supervising, operating, and maintaining the district’s Communication Center; coordinating all phases of the bureau’s intelligent transportation system (ITS) and other computer systems, including their hardware and software that work to provide a safe and efficient highway system to the maximum benefit of the traveling public throughout all counties of the district; assisting with operation and management of the district’s Asset Management Program (AMP) and Environmental Management Information System (EMIS); assisting in monitoring the district’s operating budget; and assisting the district’s duty officers, which includes oncall 24/7 response.

 

Essential Functions

  • Ensures that the Communication Center is adequately staffed, after-hours calls are satisfactorily handled, and the radio system for the district is properly serviced and maintained, which includes the radios in vehicles, portable radios, and facility radios.
  • Provides in-house expertise needed for the safe, effective, and optimal operations of the district intelligent transportation system (ITS) and components.
  • Assists the Services and Development Chief and the Budget and Facilities Manager in approving and monitoring purchasing activities including Request for Requisitions, Order for Deliveries, Buyer Certifications, and Specific Contracts.
  • Assists in the operations and supervision of all aspects of the Asset Management Program (AMP) system including all data, user support, training, system support/coordination, and system improvements.
  • Assists in the operations and supervision of all aspects of the Environmental Management Information System (EMIS) including all data, environmental report user support, training, system support/coordination, and system improvements.
  • Assists in the preparing, monitoring, and adjusting of budget activities for the district Bureau of Operations to ensure compliance with district and departmental goals, rules, and regulations.
  • Enters bills and invoices into the Operations Asset Management (OAM) system.
  • Assists in the monitoring of salt ordering and maintenance of those records.
  • Assists in developing and executing plans and contracts for team section facility maintenance and repair.
  • Assembles cost reports and records for emergency operations of natural disasters to obtain reimbursement of state and federal funds.
  • Develops new procedures for monitoring Operations’ needs.
  • Coordinates the Bureau of Operations Geographic Information System (GIS) map updates for snow removal and other facilities.
  • Coordinates messages to be displayed on the district’s overhead message boards.
  • 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

  • Four years of engineering technician experience in performing a variety of technical activities of which at least two years should be related to civil engineering.
  • Strong oral and/or written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Requires successful completion of a background screening.
  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
  • 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 Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Services and Development 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 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: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday

Office Location: 700 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, Illinois, 61350
Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 2/District 3/Bureau of Operations

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

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

 

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

 

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

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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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The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


Nearest Major Market: Ottawa

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