Highway Maintainer - Edgar County, Paris Team

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring two Highway Maintainers for the Edgar County Paris team. The role covers maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and related structures and features. It is a full-time, salaried union position (Teamsters) with a Monday to Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, fully in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Operate CDL Class A vehicles.
• Maintain roadways, roadside and right-of-way.
• Assist in snow and ice control during snow and ice conditions.
• Remove and dispose of trash, dead animals and other debris along highways.
• Maintain on-the-job records and perform routine housekeeping at headquarters.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Required profile

• Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to four years of high school.
• Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements (X or N) and no airbrake restrictions.
• One year of driving experience immediately preceding appointment, free of incidents that could lead to license suspension or revocation.
• Ability to perform arduous outdoor labor in adverse conditions, including climbing steep terrain and working around traffic.
• Successful pre-employment background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol testing in line with USDOT standards.

Required skills

• CDL Class A operation
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions

What we offer

• Anticipated starting salary of $7,154 per month, range $7,154-$8,936 per month.
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, paid maternity/paternity leave and sick and vacation days.
• Tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program and flexible scheduling options.

Applications must be submitted electronically through the State of Illinois online application portal; paper applications are not accepted. The closing date is November 25, 2026.