Illinois Tollway – Lane Systems Administrator Apprenticeship
Website Illinois Tollway
Job Title: Lane Systems Administrator Apprentice – Tolling Technologies
Business Area: Electronics, Transportation, Business Analytics or related fields.
Hours per week:
Pay: $50,000/yr
Location: 2700 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Modality: On-Site
Company Description:
The Illinois Tollway is an administrative agency of the U.S. state of Illinois charged with building, operating, and maintaining toll roads in the state. 1,200+ employees work at the Tollway in 16 different departments. Headquarters are located at 2700 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515.
Apprenticeship Description:
Primary role will be to support the Senior Manager in reviewing Engineering plans related totolling plazas and lanes. Will review the 30%, 60%, 95% and 100% Engineering plans to ensure tolling systems are implemented per Business Systems requirements. Will work closely with Engineering, designers, and contractors on behalf of Business Systems. This role also involves reviewing daily lane related reports, monitoring lane performance trends, flagging equipment failures, and tracking the effectiveness of corrective actions conducted. Additional roles include investigating customer complaints related to lane performance and participating in various Business Systems and Tollway projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Senior Manager in reviewing tolling technology equipment incorporated in Engineering plans.
- Ensure adherence to project schedules, and quality standards.
- Monitor lane performances.
- Review and comment on lane reports.
- Collaborate with various entities, i.e. Engineering, Contractors, Lane Integrator, Back Office Support to ensure tolling technologies are integrated seamlessly from roadway infrastructure to the back office.
- Identify and address potential conflicts that may impact the tolling system.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining project documentation such as project plans, schedules, risk assessments, and status reports.
- Compile and present regular updates on lane performances, risks, and any changes.
- Research emerging tolling technologies and participate in developing and executing potential Proof of Concepts that may be adopted by the Tollway
Qualifications:
Education:
Associate’s degree, preferably in Electronics, Transportation, Business Analytics, or a related field.
Experience:
1-5 years of experience in electronics.
Prefer experience with tolling technologies, Business Analytics, or roadway infrastructure is a plus.
Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of electronics
- Ability to review and interpret engineering plans, design documents, and blueprints related to civil construction.
- Proficient MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Other Skills:
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Key Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail, particularly in reviewing design documents and technical drawings.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based with travel to project sites.
- Involve site inspections and working outdoors for extended periods.
More Information, visit: https://www.illinoistollway.com/about/careers
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