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 position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
****A CLASS “A” CDL WITH “N” OR “X” ENDORSEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please attach a copy of your Class “A” CDL with “N” or “X” endorsment to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Applicants not attaching the required license will be disqualified.
Agency Mission Statement
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Highway Maintainers.
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.
Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.
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.
Job Responsibilities
Under direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor and the day-to-day guidance of Highway Maintenance Lead/Lead Worker, performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features.
25%
1. In the performance of duties, operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles including maintenance trucks, pavement marking equipment, tractors, mowing machines, snow plows, salt spreaders as well as other equipment including compressors, jack hammers, generators and other equipment. Washes, greases and conducts minor repairs and preventive maintenance activities of these vehicles and equipment.
25%
2. Performs labor relating to maintenance or roadways. Repairs, replaces and patches concrete, bituminous and other roadway surfaces. Loads/unloads trucks. Spreads sail, sand, gravel and asphalt. Fills in shoulder ruts. Cleans and repairs bridges. Fills, fires and operates asphalt kettles. Fills pavement cracks and joints. Directs and controls traffic during road maintenance operations.
20%
3. During snow and ice conditions, operates snow plows and spreads salt and sand. Plows and removes snow. Responds to emergency weather situations to inspect roadways and remove hazardous material/obstacles.
(Job Responsibilities continued)
10%
4. Performs labor relating to the maintenance of roadside and right-of-way. Cuts grass, weeds and brush. Repairs and cleans culverts, drains, storm sewers, ditches and other drainage facilities. Cleans, repairs and erects signs. Digs post holes, sets or pulls posts. Repairs guardrails and fence. Chips, seals and cleans bridges. Cleans and paints bridge bearings. Paints curbs. Plants, trims and fertilizes trees and shrubbery.
5%
5. Performs routine housekeeping duties at headquarters. Cleans, maintains stockpile of materials and performs other tasks associated with the general care of headquarters.
5%
6. Removes and disposes of trash, dead animals and other debris along highways.
5%
7. Maintains on-the-job records.
5%
8. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of high school.
2. Requires possession of a Class “A” CDL with appropriate endorsements to include X or N and no airbrake restrictions.
3. Requires one year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free of incidents which could result In license suspension or revocation.
4. Requires ability to perform arduous labor.
5. Requires ability to understand and carry out oral/written Instructions.
6. Requires ability to maintain productive working relationships.
Work Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday – Friday
Work Location: 4142 N Westlawn Ave Decatur, IL 62526-9267
Yard/County: Decatur Team/Macon County
Agency Contact: [email protected]
Job Function: Transportation
NOTE:
Transfer/Voluntary Reduction bidders who are eligible to bid on this position in accordance with the Downstate Teamster Contract, must answer “yes” to the application question, “Are you applying for Transfer or Voluntary Reduction in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding for the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Downstate Teamsters?”
Snowbird bidders who are eligible to bid on this position in accordance with the MOA, must answer “yes” to the application question, “Are you applying as a Snowbird Bidder in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement between the Departments of Central Management Services and Transportation and Downstate Teamsters?”
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the work.Illinois.gov homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the work.Illinois.gov homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees [KS(1] and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid HERE [KS(2]
Non-State employees: on work.Illinois.gov – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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