MAINTENANCE SUPPORT MANAGER - (TECHNICAL MANAGER VI)
Schaumburg, IL, US, 60196
Job Requisition ID: 52567 IPR# 25-00836
Closing Date: 01/27/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager VI
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $9,000-11,000 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: Non-Union
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Why Work for Illinois?
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Position Overview
This position is accountable for providing support services to the Bureau Chief of Maintenance for budget, personnel, equipment, training, automated systems, office procedures, roadway records, work schedules, procedures and correspondence. This position is also accountable for overseeing the utilization of the bureau's shared/specialized equipment and directing the implementation of a wide variety of specialized pavement and roadside maintenance programs as well as specialized snow and ice removal efforts throughout the district.
Essential Functions
- Develops viable systems and streamlines procedures for handling bureau administrative matters.
- Provides effective maintenance and operation of the Asset Management Program (AMP) system.
- Develops, trains, appraises, and retains a competent well-motivated staff to provide bureau support services.
- Oversees the utilization of the bureau's shared and specialized equipment.
- Develops and directs implementation of specialized pavement and roadway work programs to ensure work is accomplished on schedule and within acceptable costs.
- Develops and directs implementation of specialized snow removal and emergency maintenance activities to ensure that state-maintained roadways are safe and open to public travel.
- Serves, when scheduled, as the Storm Duty Manager responsible for issuing the required Storm and Operations Notifications during the snow and ice season.
- Maintains an effective budget expenditure control and record system.
- Ensures that the proper type and quantity of maintenance of automotive and off-road equipment is provided.
- Provides assistance that enables subordinate staff to perform safely.
- Performs media input on maintenance issues.
- 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 a bachelor’s degree in construction management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related technical/science curriculum PLUS four years of experience in transportation or highway maintenance management covering budget preparation, equipment procurement, and fleet operations; OR twelve years of experience in transportation or highway maintenance management covering budget preparation, equipment procurement, and fleet operations.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of modern management techniques and modern organizational concepts.
- Ability to plan and direct employees for the efficient accomplishment of program objectives.
- Four years of experience with Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs) and jurisdictional transfers.
- Four years of budget development and oversight.
- Four years of oversight of specialized equipment and fleet operations.
Conditions of Employment
- Valid driver’s license.
- Districtwide travel.
- Overtime.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- 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.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- 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 Maintenance Support Manager.
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: 8:00 AM - 4:15 PM Monday - Friday (45 minute lunch)
Work Location: 201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, 60196
Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 1 /District 1 /Bureau of Maintenance
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Transportation
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.
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