Maintenance Equipment Technician- Engineering Technician Iv

• Monday-Friday work schedule

Job Requisition : 57589 IPR # 26-01632

Opening Date: 10/06/2026

Closing Date: 10/21/2026

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: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 2

Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech Teamsters

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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 accountable for the technical guidance, training, and support for the use, operation, and repair of equipment in assigned geographical areas.

• Ensures effective expenditures of budgetary funds for truck and major off road equipment repairs.
• Provides training for personnel on equipment operation and repairs.
• Provides appropriate solutions to technical equipment problems and uses diagnostic equipment to assess problems
• Provides training and guidance in the safe use and maintenance of equipment.
• Provides guidance on the utilization of department provided software and hardware for equipment repairs.
• 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.

• 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.

• Training in automotive and/or diesel technology equivalent to 2 years mechanical engineering coursework.
• Knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of two years of coursework in equipment repairs and diesel engine diagnostics.
• Proficient in the use of inventory databases and software, Asset Management Program (AMP), Cummins Insite, Networked Equipment Diagnostics (NED), Diagnostic Link Bus (DLB), Bendix ACom, Allison Diagnostic Optimized Connection (DOC), Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, office equipment function and repair, engine vehicle diagnostic software and programming.
• Eight years of experience operating or managing a large fleet of trucks, off road construction equipment, snow and ice equipment.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in vehicle fleet operations, light to heavy duty vehicle mechanical function and repair.
• Mechanical experience, aptitude, and ability to solve problems and work independently.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Experience and background in training others.

• Requires a valid CDL driver’s license.
• Requires daily district-wide travel.
• Requires occasional overtime.
  
  Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
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