Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 53366 IPR # 25-00655
Closing Date: 04/16/2026
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Engineering Technician IV

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 Central Management Services, Department of Natural Resources, 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.

This position is responsible for training and certifying all Nuclear Density Technicians, ensuring effective embankment and subgrade construction practices are used on all district projects, as well as responsible for inventory of nuclear testing devices and distribution of radiation badges. This position also prepares soil boring logs, pavement core reports, and maintains the district’s geotechnical databases.

Essential Functions

• Trains, certifies, and motivates district personnel in the use of nuclear density gauges on construction projects.
• Maintains the district’s nuclear density gauges.
• Ensures that compliance with the departmental safety rules and regulations are met, especially with the radioactive testing gauges.
• Reviews all soil density reports submitted to the district office made by department personnel on state, city, or county projects.
• Prepares soil boring logs and pavement core logs.
• Researches old pavement and foundation data.
• Performs testing and inspection of foundations, embankments, and subgrades.
• Maintains the district’s geotechnical records.
• Performs all 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 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

• Ability to direct the work of other engineers, technicians, equipment operators, and laborers.
• Strong communications skills.
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ArcGIS Pro.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Requires valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to lift over 50 pounds.
• Requires the ability to pass pre-employment physical examination and drug and alcohol testing.
• Requires S-33 Soils Field Testing and Inspection and S-34 Radiation Safety certification.
• Requires the ability to pass the department’s Nuclear Gauge Operator Training within 12 months and maintain the certification through the yearly Nuclear Gauge Operator Recurrent Training.
• Extensive district-wide travel and to central office totaling over 10,000 miles per year, and some overnight travel to attend training and meetings.
• 24/7 on-call availability.
• 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 Senior Geotechnical 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: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday

Work Location: 700 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, Illinois, 61350

Work Office Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation Region 2/District 3/Bureau of Project Implementation
Work County: LaSalle
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

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

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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