MIXTURES CONTROL SUPERVISOR - (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V)

Position Overview: This position is accountable for quality control/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.

Essential Functions: 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. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in communicating with outside entities. Good time management skills.

Conditions of Employment: Ability to pass the prescribed QC/QA HMA Level I, Level II, and Level Ill training courses and PCC Level I, Level II, and Level Ill training courses within 24 months of the start date. Valid driver's license. Statewide and districtwide 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. About the Agency The Illinois Department of Transportation 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. 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 We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors. 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.