REST AREA SUPERVISOR (ENGINEERING TECH III)

Job Requisition ID: 47528 - IPR# 25-00284

Closing Date: 06/12/2025

Agency: Department of Transportation

Class Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III - PW013

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,159 Monthly; Full Range $4,159 - $7,187 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Edgar

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.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com 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.

Why Work for Illinois?

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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for assisting the district Roadside Management Specialist in administrating the operation and maintenance of the district's rest area facilities.

Essential Functions

Makes physical documented inspections of all district interstate rest areas on a weekly basis, personally performs minor rest area equipment/appurtenance repairs, assists with the development of planting beds or pots at the rest areas and assists with the planting or upkeep as needed, schedules meetings with appropriate contract maintenance personnel in order to discuss operational, maintenance, or personnel problems.

Ensures the proper administration and conformance of maintenance contracts for the efficient maintenance of rest area facilities.

Ensures the timely scheduling of vital equipment or service repair for the efficient operation of rest area facilities.

Ensures the effectiveness of Rest Area Maintenance Crew work schedules.

Ensures for their safety through proper training and working procedures.

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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong oral and written communication.

Ability to supervise contractual employees.

Experience and skills necessary to complete minor building and facility repairs.

Conditions of Employment

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Requires a valid driver’s license.

Requires 24 hours per day, 7 days per week on call availability.

Requires the ability to travel districtwide.

Requires successful completion of a background screening.

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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Rest Area Supervisor.

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.

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday

Work Location: 13473 IL Highway 133, Paris, Illinois, 61944

Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Region 3/District 5/Operations

Agency Contact:

Posting Group: Transportation; Environmental & Natural Resources; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

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.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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