SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III)

Senior Geotechnical Field Technician - (Engineering Technician III)

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.

Position Overview

This position conducts field testing and monitors construction of embankments, subgrades, aggregate courses, and in-place reclamation and recycling to ensure compliance with appropriate test procedures and contract specifications and to investigate problems encountered during construction. This position also performs investigative or quality assurance nuclear density testing on hot-mix asphalt (HMA).

Essential Functions

• Perform density testing on a variety of materials, evaluate subgrade stability, and evaluate borrow materials.
• Monitor embankment, subgrade, aggregate course, backfill, and recycling/reclamation construction activities along with identifying non-compliant conditions.
• Train and support district and local agency construction staff relating to density testing and geotechnical construction testing and inspection procedures.
• Assist the Nuclear Density Supervisor in the administration of the district nuclear gauge inventory and in the training and certification of district nuclear gauge operators.
• Review field test results and enter data into the department's materials tracking software.
• Perform duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
• Perform 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.
• Successful completion of IDOT's S-34 Radiation Safety and Density by the Nuclear Method (or equivalent) training and current IDOT QC/QA certification for HMA Density (or HMA Level I Technician with HMA Density component).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Requires completion of IDOT's S-33 Geotechnical Field Testing and Inspection is required within 12 months.
• Requires district-wide and overnight travel.
• Requires field work in a variety of weather conditions on construction projects including roadways open to traffic, which includes the ability to lift 50 lbs. and traverse slopes and rough terrain.
• Requires overtime and occasional night work.
• This position may also be on-call 24 hours a day as the district's secondary nuclear gauge emergency contact.
• Requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Senior Geotechnical Field 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

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.