Illinois Department of Transportation

We're hiring Highway Maintainers! This position is responsible for operating CDL Class A licensed vehicles, performing maintenance of roadway signage, routine housekeeping duties, operating snowplows, and removing and disposing of debris along highways. Explore hiring events near you: https://idot.click/bfs

#TaketheExit to Interstate 270 in Madison County! Work is in full swing on the $496.2 million joint bridge project with the Missouri Department of Transportation over the Mississippi River. A new dynamic message sign was recently added on eastbound I-270 between Illinois 3 and Riverview Drive in Missouri. Project details: http://prez.ly/RiZc

IDOT is seeking to hire a Senior Bridge Inspection Technician. This position serves as a member of the technical team which makes detailed inspections of bridges throughout the state to fulfill the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), and documents deficiencies found to support load ratings and repairs. Apply here: https://idot.click/tech-IV

Share your thoughts about adding projects that are part of our federally required Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). To review the list and others, visit https://idot.click/stip. There you can ask questions, leave comments and learn more about the STIP process. The public comment period ends in 15 days.

After 35 years, Secretary Omer Osman has announced his retirement. Congratulations on a job well done, and to many achievements that lie ahead. http://prez.ly/a4Zc

#TaketheExit to County Highway 17 over I-57 near Sadorus. The $3.8M bridge replacement project began in April and was recently completed, improving commute and ensuring safer travel in Champaign County. Project details: http://prez.ly/vLNc

U.S. 20/Illinois 84 carries an average of 10,300 vehicles a day, with truck traffic accounting for more than 11%. The $31.5 million new-and-improved Spring Street project will enhance safety and mobility while modernizing Galena’s main thoroughfare with special touches that pay homage to its historic past. Details: http://prez.ly/hYVc

We're hiring temporary Snow Removal Operators for the 2024/2025 snow and ice season! This position performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of roads, bridges and other related structures and features. https://idot.click/apply

They say, 'Not all heroes wear capes', but IDOT's very own works in Emergency Traffic Patrol. Stephen Newcomb, an ETP minuteman, rescued two women from a burning vehicle while on duty on Chicago’s Kennedy Expressway in March of this year. Read more about IDOT minuteman Steve Newcomb: https://idot.click/hwyhero.

The deadline for the second round of funding opportunities through the Illinois NEVI Program has been extended to Jan. 31, 2025. Application materials can be found at idot.click/drive-electric.