Bridge Inspection Technician; Engineering Technician Iii

Bridge Inspection Technician (Engineering Technician III)

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge Inspection Technician. This position is accountable for detailed inspections of bridges and structures throughout the district, data management and entry into the Bridge Inspection System (BIS) within the Illinois Structure Information System (ISIS). These duties are necessary to fulfill the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and the FHWA Element Level maintenance management system.

This position is also responsible for maintaining and updating the district's structure files and inventory.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts several field inspections for bridge and structures to meet the requirements of National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS).
• Responsible for being knowledgeable of the NBIS, Element Level Bridge Inspections, and technological developments relating to bridge inspection through training and other resources.
• Responsible for determining potential problem areas and taking effective action to resolve ongoing and potential bridge problems.
• Prepares bridge inspection forms and reports under the direction of the Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist.
• Enters inspection data, prepares reports and analyzes information from the Bridge Inspection System (BIS) / Illinois Structure Information System (ISIS) system.
• Operates and maintains a variety of expensive and sophisticated equipment used by the team.
• Establishes proper traffic protection in accordance with departmental standards.
• Performs calculations in conjunction with the inspection and reports.
• Conducts field inspection of trusses, vaults and other confined spaces, and small structures including, but not limited to, single and multiple cell culverts.
• Assists the Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist with computer data entry tracking.
• 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; OR six years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of bridge nomenclature and ability to recognize structural problems in a variety of bridge types to immediately report serious deficiencies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Efficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid driver's license.
• Districtwide travel which may include overnight stays and overtime.
• Ability to work in confined spaces; climb various types of structures at various heights over land and water in adverse environment of weather, debris and traffic conditions; and operate under bridge cranes, aerial lift and underwater inspection equipment as well as non-destructive testing and confined space entry equipment.
• Successful completion of a background screening.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge Inspection 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