ELECTRICAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Job Requisition ID: 52551 IPR#25-00699
Closing Date: 03/16/2026
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Engineering Technician IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,082 Monthly; Full Range: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit: 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?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. 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 accountable for the surveillance, inspection, and maintenance of state-maintained traffic signals, flashing beacons, and highway lighting in the district. This position is responsible for developing, reviewing, and implementing traffic signal timing programs.

Essential Functions

• Monitors all traffic signals, flashing beacons, highway lighting, and other electrical equipment located on state rights-of-way in the district to ensure proper and efficient operation.
• Coordinates, monitors, and inspects electrical work on traffic signals, flashing beacons, highway lighting, and other electrical equipment maintained by the state performed by electrical contractors for construction projects, the district’s electrical maintenance contract, or local municipalities.
• Assists local agencies in complex repairs of traffic signals that are on state routes but the maintenance responsibility of the local agency.
• Keeps abreast of current developments in electronic equipment relating to traffic control devices, intelligent transportation system (ITS) components, and highway lighting.
• Documents all emergency repairs and scheduled routine maintenance activities performed.
• Performs proper corrective repairs for emergency calls on all electronic devices.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on traffic signal and highway lighting controllers.
• Develops and implements various traffic signal timing programs.
• 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 five years of engineering experience; OR Seven years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic, electrical, and mechanical traffic control devices and systems.
• Experience with components and parts of electronic and electrical devices used in highway lighting, pump systems, and traffic control.
• Experience with use of laptop computer and/or tablet to interface with traffic signal equipment programs and video or radar detection programming.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, electrical drawings, timing sheets and manuals.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and asset management applications.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules, regulations, and practices required in electrical and electronic work.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Districtwide travel.
• 24/7 call availability.
• 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.
• 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 Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Electrical Services Technician. 

 

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: 1102 Eastport Plaza Dr, Collinsville, Illinois, 62234

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 5/District 8/Bureau of Operations

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; 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

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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com 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 Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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