Highway Maintainer (Highway Maintainer)
Highway Maintainer (Highway Maintainer)
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$ 6649 - 8306
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47005IPR#2500102
Closing Date: 05/21/2025
Agency:Department of Transportation
PositionTitle: Highway Maintainer Knox County Knoxville Team
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6649 Monthly Full Range: $6649 $8306 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Knox
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC019
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 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.
This position is subject to a preemployment physical examination drug and alcohol testing and random drug and alcohol testing after hired.
****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 endorsement to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
Why Work for Illinois
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 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
IDOT is seeking to hire a Highway Maintainer to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance repair and upkeep of roads bridges and other related structures and features.
Essential Functions
- Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles.
- Performs labor relating to maintenance of roadways.
- During snow and ice conditions assists in snow and ice control.
- Performs labor relating to the maintenance of roadside and rightofway.
- Performs routine housekeeping duties at headquarters.
- Removes and disposes of trash dead animals and other debris along highways.
- Maintains on the job records.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of high school.
- Requires possession of a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements to include X or N and no airbrake restrictions.
- Requires one year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free of incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation.
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 successful completion of a preemployment background investigation a preemployment physical examination a preemployment drug and alcohol screening as well as ongoing random drug and alcohol screenings.
- Requires the ability to perform arduous labor outdoors in a variety of adverse conditions including but not limited to hot cold wet windy muddy confined spaces active construction sites climbing steep terrain roadways open to traffic and wading in water while dealing with adverse environmental conditions such as poisonous plants animals insects rodents and snakes.
- Requires the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions while maintaining productive working relationships.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the US Dept. of Labor (20 CFR404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Operations employees are subject to call at any hour of the day or night on any day of the year in order to respond to emergencies outside of normal work hours. As a result negotiated rate employees are required to work reasonable amounts of overtime when necessary. Any bargaining unit employee who may be required to engage in a call out shall respond to the call as quickly as practicable but in no situation can the response time exceed 45 minutes.
About the Agency:
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe costeffective 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 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:
- MondayFriday 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 pretax 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
- (1314) 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: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM MondayFriday
Work Location: 1393 Knox Highway 9 Galesburg Illinois 61401
Work Office:Office of Highways Project Implementation Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Operations
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Transportation; Public Safety
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
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Employment Type
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