Local Program Technician (Engineering Technician Iv)
Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:54891 IPR#26-01246
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: 05/28/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5082 Monthly; Full Range: $5082 - $9309 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Why Work for Illinois
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Position Overview
This position is accountable for providing support services and expertise to local agencies in the planning and programming of federal aid and state funded transportation projects.
- Monitors and coordinates the status of the local portion of the districts Annual and Multi-Year programs. Prepares and processes program revisions.
- Monitors the status of all local agency federal aid projects. Updates Local Roads computer systems so that all information is kept current.
- Assists in the preparation and/or review of funding agreements engineering agreements invoices and payments.
- Prepares processes and monitors invoices for payment and tracks final billings.
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conductive 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.
- Knowledge of federal and state transportation funding programs and Federal-Aid project requirements.
- Understanding of transportation project development processes (planning through construction and close-out).
- Experience monitoring program budgets tracking project costs and processing agreements and invoices.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations policies and funding guidelines.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects deadlines and program revisions simultaneously.
- Proficient in maintaining accurate and up-to-date program records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with local agencies engineers Metropolitan Planning Organizations and central office staff.
- Valid drivers license.
- Daily in-district and occasional state-wide travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Local Program 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 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.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 1102 Eastport Plaza Dr Collinsville Illinois 62234
Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation Region 5/District 8/Bureau of Project Implementation
Posting Group: Transportation; Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
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