Highway Maintainer - MACOMB TEAM - Mcdonough

Overview

Job Requisition  | IPO: 25-00555 | Department:
Department of Transportation | Position:
Highway Maintainer - Macomb Team - McDonough County | Closing Date: 03/06/2026

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,912 monthly;
Full Range: $6,912-$8,634 Monthly | Job Type: Salaried | Category:
Full Time | County:
McDonough | Number of Vacancies: 1 | Bargaining Unit Code: RC019 Downstate Teamsters

This position is a union position; provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to filling this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position must apply electronically through the  website. State of Illinois employees should apply through the Success Factors career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner 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 hire. 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 commitment to values of compassion, equity, and dedication. We offer flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for advancement and a strong retirement program.

IDOT is seeking to hire a Highway Maintainer to perform maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and related structures.

• Operates CDL Class A licensed vehicles.
• Performs labor related to maintenance of roadways.
• During snow and ice conditions, assists in snow and ice control.
• Performs labor related to maintenance of roadside and right-of-way.
• 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 assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.

• 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.

• Requires successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as ongoing random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Requires the ability to perform arduous outdoor labor in various conditions including heat, cold, wet, windy, muddy environments; active construction sites; climbing steep terrain; wading in water; and exposure to poisonous plants, animals, insects, snakes.
• Requires the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions while maintaining productive working relationships.
• This position is considered medium work; lifting up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Operations employees may be required to work overtime and respond to emergencies outside normal hours; response time should not exceed 45 minutes for call-outs.
• The conditions of employment listed here relate to any job duties described.

The IDOT team provides safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois, supporting quality of life, economic prosperity and environmental protection. We value diversity and uphold high ethical standards while collaborating to meet customer needs. We offer extensive training and career advancement opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Work Hours:

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday

Work Location:

2850 E Jackson St, Macomb, Illinois, 61455
Work County:
Mc Donough
Work Office:
Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Operations

DOT.CONTACTHR

Building, Fleet & Institutional Support;
Public Safety;
Transportation

Use the “Apply” button at the top or bottom of this posting to begin the application process. State employees should sign in to the State of Illinois career portal. Non-State employees should log in via the  portal.

Seasonal and temporary workers should use a personal e-mail address when applying. The main communication will be via email; check junk/spam folders for messages from d or