Engineering Technician - Squad Technician

Illinois Department of Transportation (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - SQUAD TECHNICIAN)

Position Overview:

This position is accountable for providing drafting skills in the preparation of contract plans and provides support in the development of design reports by retrieval of data and preparation of exhibits.

• Provides complete and accurate drawings in a timely manner to ensure their part in meeting schedules.
• Verifies arithmetical quantity calculations to ensure accurate engineer cost estimates.
• Assists in obtaining accurate survey data to ensure the effectiveness of designs.
• 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; OR two years of engineering experience.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional district wide and occasional statewide travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background screening.