Utilities & Railroad Technician Engineering Technician Iv

Position: UTILITIES & RAILROAD TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)
Job

Requisition  IPR# 25-566

Closing Date: 07/09/2026

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:
La Salle

Number of Vacancies : 1

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 Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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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 arranges for the adjustment of utilities required by proposed highway improvements, performs annual railroad grade crossing inspections, prepares plans for the rail-highway grade crossing improvement program and supervises its construction. This position also monitors reimbursable utility adjustments or relocations and processes utility and railroad invoices for payment.

Essential Functions

* Furnishes highway plans and other related data to utility companies for the adjustment of their facilities in conflict with highway improvements.

* Monitors relocation work of utilities to ensure proper performance and qualification of state and federal reimbursement.

* Conducts annual inspection of all railroad crossings and warning devices in the district and prepares necessary reports.

* Prepares plans for the rail-highway grade crossing improvement program.

* Supervises the construction and maintains accurate records of railroad improvement projects.

* Coordinates highway and bridge projects with railroads.

* Processes railroad and utility invoices for payment.

* 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 five years of engineering experience; OR seven years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Strong organizational skills.

* Strong oral and written communication skills.

* Strong computer and database management skills.

* Strong attention to detail.

* Experience with construction inspection, highway and bridge construction, railroad construction, or utility construction.

* Ability to thoroughly document all communications with railroad and utility companies.

Conditions of Employment

* Valid driver's license.

* District-wide travel.

* Ability to work outdoors on construction sites in varying weather conditions.

* Successful completion of a background screening.

* 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 Utilities & Railroad 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…