Local Bridge Inspection Technician (Engineering Technician Iii)

Job Requisition ID : 51388 IPR# 25-00592

Closing Date : 11 / 20 / 2025

Agency : Department of Transportation

Position Title : Engineering Technican III

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary : $ 4159 Monthly; Full Range : $ 4159 - $ 7187 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 2

Bargaining Unit : 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 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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 providing practical working knowledge in moderately complex structural inspection rating posting repair and rehabilitation of local bridges needed by the Bureau of Bridges and Structures in administering the Federal Bridge Standards and State Statutes. Additionally this position reviews and updates structure inventory data in the Illinois Structure Information System.

Essential Functions

• Prioritizes schedules and performs local agency bridge rating inspections varying from simple to moderately complex.
• Ensures that accurate field drawings measurements and photographs are produced for evaluation and structural determination of local agency structures.
• Provides advice and guidance to district office and local agency personnel concerning bridge closures and inspection techniques.
• Ensures moderately complex official departmental structural rating and posting recommendations are clearly and accurately reported to the local agency having jurisdiction and that they are included in the structure database in accordance with state statutes.
• Ensures complete and accurate letters and reports are provided as scheduled or requested.
• 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 thirty months of engineering experience ORSix years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Local Bridge Inspecation Technicians.

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 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 also receive a robust benefit package including :

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 Illinois 62764

Work Office : Highways Project Implementation / Bureau of Bridges & Structures

Agency Contact :

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.

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Required Experience :

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1