Railroad Technician; Engineering Technician Iv

RAILROAD TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV) Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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Job Requisition # 26-01508

Opening Date: 06/12/2026

Closing Date: 06/29/2026

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:
Peoria

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

This position is accountable for administration of the district wide railroad safety program including performing annual railroad grade crossing inspections, preparing and/or reviewing plans for and supervising construction of at-grade crossing improvement projects, and reviewing and processing railroad invoices for payment. The position also supports the Project Support Engineer by performing data compilation, railroad coordination, and preparing railroad agreements associated with highway improvement projects.

• Performs annual railroad grade crossing inspections. Supervises and inspects the construction of railroad grade crossing improvement projects.
• Furnishes highway plans and other related data to railroad companies for the preparation of grade crossing improvement plans and estimates.
• Performs railroad coordination as needed for state highway improvement projects. Prepares railroad agreements for flaggers, inspections, and engineering reviews.
• Reviews and processes railroad invoices for payment.
• Compiles and maintains files and status pertaining to railroad coordination, agreements, and the railroad safety program.
• 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.

• Strong working knowledge of…