Temporary Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver

Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting temporary snowplow driver with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. This position will perform a variety of work as a laborer including snow removal, fixing guardrail, luminaires, fences and duties as assigned. Winter position is available in the Sidney Maintenance Section.

Working 20- 40 hours per week depending on the weather and the needs of the section. Must be available for emergency weather conditions and be able to work on weekends and holidays as needed. Season typically begins mid-November and ends in March (less than six months), depending on weather.

Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions and remain focused and seated for extended periods of time. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity in lifting, carrying, and/or operating the tools and equipment. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Applicants will be reviewed weekly.

Education & Experience: Requires knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment typically assigned to a section, including basic diesel/gasoline vehicle maintenance:

• One (1) year experience driving heavy truck and operating construction equipment; basic math, computers and record keeping; and the ability to make estimates of materials needed.
• A valid Montana Class A Type II Commercial Operators license w/endorsements for air brakes and tanker is required. Applicants with a Class B license or a learner's permit and experience are encouraged to apply. Successful applicant with a learner's permit will be required to obtain a Class A, Type II CDL license with endorsements within 30 days of hire.

Maintenance Technician previous experience Levels

A successful candidate will be placed at a higher salary level with documented CDL experience from another city, county, state or tribal highway road department where you were employed for the purpose of road maintenance.

Level I - $27.59- entry level

Level II - $28.09 - 1 year of documented maintenance experience.

Level III - $28.59 - 3 or more years of documented maintenance experience.

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Additional Information

• Successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the assigned maintenance section and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters. Relocation assistance may be offered to the candidate at the time of offer.
• The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program, our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury free workplace. Offer of employment is contingent upon undergoing pre-employment testing for controlled substances and must register for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse.
• Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving records. Must register for FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• This position belongs to the AFSCME bargaining union. More information about your choice to join the union will be available to the successful candidate during the onboarding process.
• To be considered for this position, you must submit your online application. If you need assistance in completing the online application or an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Applications will be reviewed weekly.
• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

If you would like a copy of the Job Profile, please send an e-mail to: Joyce Ayre, jayre@mt.gov