Concrete Inspection Technician; Engineering Technician Iii

CONCRETE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN (ENGINEING TECHNICIAN III)

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This position is accountable for ensuring Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) and related mixture production, contractor quality control activities, Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) quality assurance activities, and mixture characteristics comply with contract requirements on state and local agency projects.

• Monitors plant operation, producer quality control activities, and mixture quality.
• Performs plant, delivery truck, and laboratory inspections.
• Identifies non‑compliant mixtures prior to their incorporation into a project.
• Monitors project site mixture testing activities and performs plant or project site investigative sampling and testing.
• Reviews test results and data entry.
• 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 thirty months of engineering experience; OR Six years of engineering experience.

• Able to maintain harmonious relationships with co‑workers and external contacts.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and electronic storage databases.

• Active Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Level I Technician Certification.
• Requires IDOT QC/QA PCC Level II Technician Certification within 12 months of hire.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires…