Bridge Painting Technician; Engineering Technician Iv

Bridge Painting Technician (Engineering Technician IV)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Position Overview This position is accountable for the design, implementation, inspection, and documentation of all field bridge painting contracts and advising the resident engineering staff relative to the painting portion of bridge construction and rehabilitation projects throughout the district. The incumbent may also be accountable for the construction of one or more state highway improvements within the district when there are no active bridge paint contracts.

Essential Functions Acts as Resident Technician or Bridge Painting Inspector on bridge painting or metalizing contracts providing technical and managerial skills sufficient to ensure completion of projects in accordance with the plans, specifications, and contractual agreements. Maintains accurate and complete project records, reports, and quantity documentation. Assists the district Operations Bridge Maintenance Engineer in maintaining a current in-place bridge coating assessment and bridge painting priority list.

Conducts follow-up inspections of bridge painting contracts to determine effectiveness of the coating system. Reports the district's hazardous waste activities to the Illinois Environmental Protective Agency (IEPA) annually. Submits Notification of Regulated Waste Activity forms for an assigned IEPA identification number when needed. Advises district resident engineering staff relative to the painting portion of bridge construction and rehabilitation projects. Develops plans for the district Annual Bridge Painting Program.

Trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel. 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 Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and the application of engineering techniques to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works. Knowledge of mathematics and its application to project design, field surveying and engineering computational activities. Ability to supervise a staff engaged in either field or office engineering functions. Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment Valid driver's license. Frequent district and state-wide travel with overnight stays. During the construction season, there is a possibility of temporary residence during the workweek at or near the project site. Successful completion of background screening.

About the Agency The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge Painting 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. 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…