Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Cook County Landscape
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58705 IPR#26-01700
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 09/29/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title:Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7442 Monthly; Full Range: $7442 - $9306 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:HR001 Local #700 (Cook County) Teamsters
Work Hours: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Monday-Friday & 24hr/7day Emergency call out
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available fully in office
Work Location:1260 W. Augusta Blvd. Chicago Illinois 60622
Work County: Cook
Work Office:Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation Region 1/District 1/Bureau of Maintenance
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 pre-employment 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 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.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire a Heavy Construction Equipment Operator. Under direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor II this position performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance repair and upkeep of roads bridges and other related structures and features of the highway system.
- Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles including maintenance trucks pavement marking equipment tractors mowing machines snowplows salt spreaders and heavy road graders.
- Operates sweepers backhoes loaders vactors gradalls stripers and other heavy motorized equipment.
- Performs labor relating to the maintenance of roadside and rights-of-way.
- Operates and performs daily maintenance on dump trucks.
- During snow and ice conditions operates snowplow.
- Operates and maintains CDL Class A licensed vehicles or other heavy equipment such as low boys cranes augers large tractor trails bulldozers power shovels concrete spreaders paving mixers and other related construction equipment.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of eighth grade graduation.
- Requires two (2) years of experience operating highway construction equipment.
- Requires one (1) year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free from incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation.
- Prefers demonstrated ability to understand and carry out oral/written instructions.
- Prefers demonstrated ability to maintain productive working relationships.
- Requires possession of a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements to include X or N and no airbrake restrictions.
- Able to report to headquarters within 45 minutes in emergency situations.
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires ability to perform arduous labor.
- Requires ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Requires ability to work from ladders and scaffolding.
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical.
- Successful completion of pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in compliance with USDOT standards which prohibit the use of cannabis.
- 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 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.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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 homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the 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 and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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About Company
You won't find Steve Martin at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), but the agency is all about planes, trains, and automobiles. The IDOT plans, constructs, and maintains Illinois' transportation network, including its highways and bridges, airports, public transit, rail ... View more
