Maintenance Support Engineer (Civil Engineer Vi)
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58734 IPR #
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 09/29/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Civil Engineer VI
Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary: $7517 Monthly; Full Range: $7517 - $11692 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech Teamsters
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office depending on operational needs
Work Location:2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield Illinois 62764
Work County: Sangamon
Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation / Bureau ofOperations
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures for operations roadsidemaintenance and training. The incumbent is responsible for the development and successful implementation ofthe annual program to maintain and preserve 46359 lane miles of pavement maintain facilities at 53 rest areasas well as various roadside maintenance activities.
- Develops policies and procedures for maintenance field operations to achieve most efficient maintenanceoperations improve services and make the best use of available resources.
- Develops policies and procedures required to guide the winter snow and ice removal operations activities for the state highway system.
- Develops policies and procedures for vegetation management (both turf and plant related activities) on highway rights-of-way on a statewide basis and oversees policies and capital projects for rest areas.
- Develops policies and procedures governing pavement maintenance and preservation and serves on the Pavement Preservation Committee.
- Makes recommendations on annual program priorities and annual budgets applicable to maintenance operations.
- Oversees training programs in the Bureau of Operations and ensures that suitable training is developed and implemented for central office and district 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 required or assigned.
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registrationas a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Six years of experience in civil engineering.
- Three years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with specializedknowledge of transportation engineering.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong project management skills.
- Ability to interpret develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Experience with budgeting for construction and maintenance of highways.
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires occasional statewide and out of state travel with overnight stays.
- Requires successful completion of a background check.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non- State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Maintenance Support Engineer.
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 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.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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