HIGHWAY MAINTAINER-COOK COUNTY-BISHOP FORD TEAM

Highway Maintainer-Cook County-Bishop Ford Team We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire Highway Maintainers to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features. Position Overview: 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 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 required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications: Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to 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 of driving experience immediately preceding appointment free of incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation. 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 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 Work Hours: 6:30 AM-3:00 PM Monday - Friday & 24hr/7day emergency call out Work Location: 16915 Van Dam Rd, South Holland, Illinois, 60473 Work Office: Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation Region 1/District 1/Bureau of Maintenance Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Public Safety; Transportation