Motor Fuel Tax Technician (Engineering Technician IV)

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring two Motor Fuel Tax Technicians (Engineering Technician IV) in Springfield, IL, for the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation. The position reviews, evaluates and processes maintenance programs, construction Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) contracts, change orders, payment estimates and final papers for projects handled by Local Roads and Streets, and enters the data into the central data bank. It is a salaried, full-time union position with anticipated hybrid work, 1 to 5 days per week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Review maintenance programs and proposals against administrative policies, procedures and requirements, and help schedule lettings to the satisfaction of local agencies.
• Maintain district files and records and prepare periodic reports.
• Review MFT construction contracts and recommend them for approval.
• Update and maintain the bureau's supply of specifications and special provisions given to local agencies on request.
• Coordinate computer usage for local agencies and promote cooperation between the district and local agencies.
• Perform duties in line with department safety rules and in a way that treats all employees fairly.

Required profile

• Two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a related technical/science curriculum plus five years of engineering experience, or seven years of engineering experience.
• Valid driver's license, districtwide travel with occasional overnight stays and occasional overtime.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• Applicants must apply electronically through the State of Illinois online application site; paper applications are not accepted.

Preferred qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build cooperative relationships with department staff and local agencies.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.

What we offer

• Pay of $5,082 monthly (range $5,082-$9,309).
• Flexible schedules, including hybrid options, and a Monday to Friday schedule.
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, maternity/paternity leave and deferred compensation programs.
• Paid sick days, vacation days and personal days, plus tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program.