Mixtures Control Supervisor Engineering Tech V

Position Title: Engineering Technician V |
Salary: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly |
Job Type: Salaried |
Category: Full Time |
County: Madison |
Vacancies: 1 |
Bargaining Unit: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

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.

This position is accountable for quality control and quality assurance (QC/QA) activities that ensure that Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) and cement aggregate mixtures are acceptable for use on state and local highway improvement projects within the assigned portion of the district.

• Surveys, calibrates, and approves bituminous hot-mix plants and concrete plants.
• Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate staff.
• Assigns the appropriate mixture to the project and modifies mix designs as necessary, and coordinates inspection reports for shipments of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) mixtures and Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) mixtures to projects under construction.
• Reviews ongoing statistical results of laboratory and field test performed on mixtures produced and placed.
• Monitors contractors on HMA and PCC quality control/quality assurance projects.
• Completes required, timely, and accurate reports and documents.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules and performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum PLUS six years of engineering experience; OR Eight years of engineering experience.

• Experience in communicating with outside entities.
• Good time management skills.

• Ability to pass the prescribed QC/QA HMA Level I, Level II, and Level III training courses and PCC Level I, Level II, and Level III training courses within 24 months of the start date.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Statewide and district wide travel.
• 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.

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking to hire a Mixtures Control 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.

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexibl…