Engineering Technician

Position Title: Engineering Technician

Department: Ogle County Highway Department

Status: Full‑Time / Non‑Exempt / Union Position

Hourly Wage: $24.84 to $30.02, depending on qualifications

Reports To: Ogle County Engineer

Location: Oregon, Illinois

Job Details:

Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to make a positive impact on your community's infrastructure? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! As a County Highway Engineering Technician, you will play a crucial role in assisting our team of engineers and professionals in achieving this goal.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering staff to assist in the planning, design, and analysis of county and township highway projects.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, plans, and specifications for construction and maintenance projects.
• Serve as Resident Technician on roadway and bridge construction projects. Provide support during construction projects, including monitoring progress, verifying compliance with plans, and addressing any issues that may arise.
• Conduct materials sampling and testing in accordance with IDOT specifications.
• Collaborate with other departments, local government agencies, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Review permit applications for overweight and oversized loads, driveways and utility installations.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software and other technical tools to create accurate and detailed drawings.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Valid Driver's License
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate construction sites.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with transportation engineering principles and practices.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field a plus.
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and technical tools.
• IDOT Inspection Certifications a plus (Aggregate, Concrete, HMA, Documentation, etc.)

Benefits:

• Hourly Wage of $24.84 to $30.02, depending on qualifications.
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits through IMRF
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Clothing Allowance Reimbursement

Other Details:

• Union Position (Represented by Teamsters Local 722)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Must be able to travel to obtain at least 3 IDOT Material Inspection Certifications (Typically3-5 day long classes).
• Play a vital role in shaping your community's infrastructure and transportation systems.

* Ogle County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,, protected veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

All new hires shall be required to pass a drug screening and a criminal background check as a condition of employment. These checks shall be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made.