MAINTENANCE SUPPORT ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)
Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Civil Engineer VI
Closing Date/Time: 01/21/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,517 a month; Full Range: $7,517-$11,692 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.
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.
Posting Identification Number 43978- IPR#47771
Position Overview
This position is responsible for developing and implementing policy and procedures for operations roadside maintenance and training. The incumbent is responsible for the development and successful implementation of the annual contract maintenance program to help maintain and preserve 46,359 lane miles of pavement, maintain facilities at 53 rest areas, as well as various roadside maintenance activities.
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.
Essential Functions
- Develops policies and procedures for maintenance field operations to achieve most efficient maintenance operations, improve services, and make the best use of available resources.
- Develops policies and procedures required to guide the winter snow and ice removal operations activities for the state highway system.
- Develops policies and procedures for vegetation management (both turf and plant related activities) on highway rights-of-way on a statewide basis and oversees policies and capital projects for rest areas.
- Develops policies and procedures governing pavement maintenance and preservation and serves on the Pavement Preservation Committee.
- Makes recommendations on annual contract maintenance program project requests, priorities, and annual budgets applicable to maintenance operations.
- Oversees training programs in the Bureau of Operations and ensures that suitable training is developed and implemented for central office and district personnel.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Eight years of experience in civil engineering including three years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with specialized knowledge of transportation engineering.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
Conditions of Employment
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Occasional statewide and out of state travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background check.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Maintenance Support Engineer.
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 - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001
Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Operations
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
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.
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: Springfield