Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Wilsall. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. Operates various trucks and a variety of heavy equipment to perform culvert placement and installation/cleaning, landslide removal, crack/mastic sealing, fence building or bridge repair, guardrail or sign installation, luminaire maintenance, roadway repair, vegetation and roadside maintenance, pavement marking and striping operations, and snow and ice control. Applications will be reviewed as received. The requisition will be closed once the vacancy has been filled. job description

Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Livingston. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. Operates various trucks and a variety of heavy equipment to perform culvert placement and installation/cleaning, landslide removal, crack/mastic sealing, fence building or bridge repair, guardrail or sign installation, luminaire maintenance, roadway repair, vegetation and roadside maintenance, pavement marking and striping operations, and snow and ice control.Applications will be reviewed as received. The requisition will be closed once the vacancy has been filled.

Temporary CDL Maintenance Tech/Snow Plow Driver *

  • 54197780
  • multiple locations
  • December 9, 2024

The Great Falls Division is recruiting for Temporary CDL Maintenance Technicians (winter snowplow operators) CDL Drivers in Great Falls, Cascade, Choteau and Dutton. These positions clean and maintain roadways, and plow and sand roadways during snow events. Performs a variety of work as a laborer, equipment operator and truck driver for winter highway maintenance activities. Operates a variety of heavy equipment. If you enjoy working outdoors and are looking for temporary employment, consider joining a team dedicated to the safety of the traveling public. A training assignment will also be considered. job description

Human Resources Generalist

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Human Resource Generalist to support staff in the Glendive District. The Human Resources Generalist partners with leadership and manages the day-to-day operations of human resources for the Glendive District. The HR Generalist manages the application of the human resources policies, procedures, and programs to ensure consistency and compliance with federal, state, and collective bargaining contracts. This position consults, advises, and partners with management on personnel issues, contract interpretation, performance management, recruitment and selection, discipline, drug testing, workforce development, employee relations, training, worker’s compensation and safety. This position serves as the human resources subject matter expert and primary resource for the district. This position reports to the District Administrator and Human Resources District Manager and does not supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. For a full job description, please contact Tami Bishop Rhodes at tbishoprhodes@mt.gov. job description

40 Hour Temporary Maintenance Tech I CDL Driver

  • 54197881
  • multiple locations
  • December 4, 2024

The Havre Division is recruiting for one Temporary 40-Hour a week Maintenance Technician/Winter Snowplow Driver that can be located in Havre or Harlem. This position cleans and maintain roadways and will plow and sand roadways during snow events. Performs a variety of work as a laborer, equipment operator and truck driver for winter highway maintenance activities. Operates a variety of heavy equipment. If you enjoy working outdoors and are looking for temporary employment, consider joining a team dedicated to the safety of the traveling public. A Type II, Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements and no restrictions and a valid Medical Examiners Certificate (MEC) is required. Applicants with a CDL B will be considered. Applications with a Learners Permit CDL will have 30 days to obtain necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. Applicants with A Training Assignment may be considered. job description

Maintenance Tech 1 CDL Driver

The Havre Maintenance Division is recruiting for a Maintenance Technician in Chester. If you enjoy working outdoors and being part of a crew dedicated to the traveling public this may be the position for you. The Maintenance Technician operates a variety of equipment, including trucks, to perform regular maintenance activities such as ditch cleaning, patching, overlays, fence repairs, mowing, bridge repair and material or equipment transportation. In winter, loads sanding material and performs snow removal and sanding. Responsible for overall function operations of machines including preoperational checking, scheduling servicing, adding fluids, changing pins, and cutting edges, etc. Performs related work as required. Requires a valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with tanker and airbrake endorsements and no restrictions and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC). Applicants with a CDL B license will be considered. Applicants with a learner’s permit have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. A Training Assignment may be offered for this position. job description

40 Hour Temporary Maintenance Tech I CDL Driver

  • 54197880
  • multiple locations
  • December 4, 2024

The Havre Division is recruiting for two 40-Hour a week Temporary Maintenance Technicians/Winter Snowplow Driver in Browning and St Mary. Each location will be hiring one position. This position cleans and maintain roadways and will plow and sand roadways during snow events. Performs a variety of work as a laborer, equipment operator and truck driver for winter highway maintenance activities. Operates a variety of heavy equipment. If you enjoy working outdoors and are looking for temporary employment, consider joining a team dedicated to the safety of the traveling public. A Type II, Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements and no restrictions and a valid Medical Examiners Certificate (MEC) is required. Applicants with a CDL B will be considered. Applications with a Learners Permit CDL will have 30 days to obtain necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. Applicants with A Training Assignment may be considered. job description

Highway Maintenance Tech-Winnett

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Highway Maintenance Technician in Winnett. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. The Maintenance Technician operates a variety of equipment, including trucks, to perform regular maintenance activities such as ditch cleaning, patching, overlays, fence repairs, lawn mowing and material or equipment transportation. In winter, loads sanding material and does snow removal and sanding. Responsible for overall functional operation of machines including preoperational checking, scheduled servicing, and adding fluids, and changing pins, cutting edges, etc. Performs related work as required. job description

Administrative Assistant (Front Desk)

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting an Administrative Assistant to support the Kalispell Division office. Responsibilities involve customer service and communications, including front desk receptionist and Adopt- A-Highway coordinator. The position also provides a range of responsibilities involving accounts payable, procurement card transactions, and accounts receivables. Backup duties may include payroll/personnel and radio dispatch as needed. The general working hours for this position is 8:00am - 5:00pm or 8:30am - 5:00pm. The position generally covers MDT's core public hours. job description

Bridge Inspection Team Leader 2 *

  • 54150019
  • multiple locations
  • December 8, 2024

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader 2. A Bridge Inspection Team Leader 2 is a technical expert in structure condition, safety inspection, and Federal reporting. The Bridge Inspection Team Leader 2 inspects most types of in-service structures including bridges, tunnels and culverts in order to protect critical infrastructure, maintain public safety and fulfill the Department’s legal responsibilities. Duties include structure inspection and assessment, bridge condition documentation and reporting, bridge inspection planning and program operations, and bridge inspection quality control to ensure accuracy of legal records of structure inspections. This position is supervised by the Area Bridge Inspection Manager. job description

Compliance Auditor - Motor Fuels

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Compliance Auditor – Motor Fuels. This position performs audits of taxpayers to ensure compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and the International Registration Plan (IRP). This position reports directly to the Chief Auditor. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description

MIS - Temp Maintenance Tech/Winter Snowplow/CDL Driver

  • 54197380
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting temporary snowplow drivers with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. This includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production. Hours vary between 20-40 hours per week depending on weather and the needs of the section. Shifts are either 4 hours or 8 hours and range from 4am- 11:30pm. 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, depending on weather. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions and remain focused and seated for extended periods of time. job description

Accountant - Aeronautics Division Financial Contact

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Accountant – Financial Contact. This position oversees the administration and operation of all aspects of the finances and budgets for the Aeronautics Division. Provides a range of professional services to implement fiscal plans and program objectives related to state and federal budget projections, federal-aid contracts and programs, and ongoing financial processing. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position is part of the Administration Division and reports to the Accounting Services Bureau Chief. The successful candidate will partially work out of the Aeronautics building located on the airport and partially work out of the main Headquarters office. A first review of applications will occur on 11/26/2024. job description

Internship MDT Audit

MDT is recruiting for an Audit Intern. Intern will work in the MDT Internal Audit Division in Helena, completing data entry and performing analytics and completing motor fuel audits. MDT Internship Program requires all applicants to be enrolled in a College, University, or Tech School or within 6 months of graduation. job description

Statewide Broadband Coordinator

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Statewide Broadband Coordinator. The Right of Way Bureau acquires and manages land needed for transportation systems, provides assistance and payments to individuals and businesses relocated by highways, designs the right of way, and arranges for relocating utilities that conflict with highway construction. This position manages the statewide broadband deployment. This position serves as the contract administrator and innovations specialist and is responsible for researching, developing, reviewing, implementing, and deploying new technologies, practices, tools, and methods to install facilities within MDT’s state highway system or Highway Commission designated right of way routes. This position reports to the Utility Engineering Manager. This is an open until filled position with first candidate review scheduled on December 10, 2024. To be considered in the first candidate review please be sure to apply on or before midnight on December 9, 2024. job description

Accountant

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Engineering Accountant. These positions serve in a financial capacity for the Construction Program. The Construction Program includes the budget for five districts and the Highways & Engineering Division. Duties include assisting in developing, proposing, and administering division and district budgets and financial plans; providing a range of professional services to implement fiscal and program objectives related to the budget, federal aid projects and contracts, and ongoing operations of the construction program. These positions are responsible for assisting in the implementation and monitoring of Program accounting controls in conjunction with the Administration Division, assisting in managing project and grant financial data, and performing various other duties as assigned. These positions report to the Highways and Engineering Division position #07009 and do not directly supervise other agency personnel. job description

Utility Checker

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Utility Checker. This position serves as the Section’s CADD design expert and utility checker to provide accurate and complete utility designs for relocation work; assist in the development, review and implementation of relocation projects; and provide project coordination, tracking, and representation for the Section and Bureau. The incumbent also performs a variety of other duties in support of ongoing Bureau, Division, and Department operations. The incumbent reports to the Utility Engineering Supervisor and does not directly supervise others. job description

Working Shop Foreman

The Havre Division is recruiting for a Working Shop Foreman in Havre. This position works in the repair and maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment, gas and diesel, works with pumps, motors, engines, power trains, tools, vehicles and heavy equipment, welds during fabrication. Designs and fabricates tools and equipment, modifies existing equipment. Advises and provides technical expertise to other shop mechanics in diagnosing equipment problems, determining repairs needed and course of action to be taken. Inspects and reviews the work as directed by the Shop superintendent on a needed basis. This position does not directly supervise on a daily basis but may supervise when the superintendent is absent. job description

Computer Support Specialist

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Computer Support Specialist. The Computer Support Specialist provides intermediate technical assistance in support of software, hardware, and networking tools used by employees of the Montana Department of Transportation. The position also develops training materials and assists with formal technical and computer training, both in the classroom and one-on-one, for MDT employees, and mentor’s junior computer support staff. The position will also assist with scheduling, conducting, and coordinating of computer software, hardware installation and configuration; perform setup procedures for new equipment and installs, customize, and ensure accurate operation of software packages and hardware on personal computers; customize and troubleshoot applications when problems occur and ensure compliance with MDT network standards. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description

Right of Way Checker

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a ROW Checker. This position provides technical supervision and review of right of way design plan packages developed by internal and consultant design staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local standards; ensure designs are cost-effective, constructable, and accurate; and to ensure CADD files are compiled according to MDT standards. This position provides technical assistance, training, and direction to drafters, designers and engineers as needed; and documents changes and project requirements into designs to finalize design plans for contract plan and bid letting processes. This position reports to the Right of Way Design Manager (position# 50011) and does not supervise others. Location of the position to be considered on a case-by-case basis. job description

Term Contract Manager

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Term Contract Manager/Data Analyst. This position is a contract manager and data manager/analyst within the Consultant Design Bureau. This position is responsible for managing many term contracts for engineering and non- engineering services. Term contracts are typically given out to consultants as a part of a larger overall project. This position will also be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to the various Divisions and Bureaus that utilize term contract services, for developing and conducting term contract manager training, and for developing and maintaining a term contracts manual. The position will also be responsible for consultant overhead rate management and will coordinate with the Consultant Design Engineer and MDT Audit Services. Other responsibilities of the position include overall data management and analysis including but not limited to maintaining spreadsheets of bid letting history, consultant vs. MDT work, and preparing and maintaining information for legislative inquiries. job description

Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator

  • 54176211
  • Gallatin Gateway
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Gallatin Gateway. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. Operates various trucks and a variety of heavy equipment to perform culvert placement and installation/cleaning, landslide removal, crack/mastic sealing, fence building or bridge repair, guardrail or sign installation, luminaire maintenance, roadway repair, vegetation and roadside maintenance, pavement marking and striping operations, and snow and ice control. job description

License Permit Technician 1 *

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a License and Permit Technician. Licensing and Permitting Technicians issue licensing and permitting credentials to the Motor Carrier Industry, in compliance with state and federal regulations. Licensing activities may include processing new applications as well as processing renewal applications. Processing permitting applications will include review of permit applications in relation to issuance of permits for permits to individuals and companies with oversize, over-weight and excess axle weights in relation to statutory regulations. Technicians are responsible for account management, registration, certification, application and permitting processing activities. This position involves substantial customer service activity and phone interaction with customers. Communication/customer focus skills are essential. job description

Environmental Scientist

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for an Environmental Scientist position in the Remediation & Assessment Section of the Environmental Services Bureau. This position serves as the Department’s technical authority in solid and hazardous waste management, analysis and remediation, and regulatory compliance related to all preconstruction, construction and maintenance projects as well as managing environmental compliance-related issues for MDT maintenance facilities. The position is responsible for developing, planning and implementing technical research, initial site assessments, intrusive site investigations, remediation of solid and hazardous waste, administration of contracted services, technical assistance and training, and performing a variety of other complex and technical duties. This position also provides oversight and management of the performance of contractors and consultants who perform a wide variety of tasks for the Department, including solid & hazardous waste assessment and remediation, groundwater quality testing and monitoring, traffic noise evaluations and which include a review of reports for a variety of the work assignments. For full job descriptions, please contact Sarah Peterson at sjpeterson@mt.gov job description

Civil Engineer IV - Road Design

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Civil Engineer IV in Road Design. This position is responsible for complex road design, construction cost estimating, scheduling, and preparation of construction contract plans and proposals. Incumbents work closely with Design Project Managers or District Projects Engineers in all areas of duties assigned including collaboration, mentoring and providing technical road design support to other project team members and Engineering Division staff. Incumbents have the skill and discipline to work independently, under the supervision and direction of a Design Project Manager or District Projects Engineer. This position may be located in Missoula or Kalispell. job description

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. job description

Temporary Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver *

  • 54198780
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting temporary snowplow drivers 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. 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. Winter positions are available in the following maintenance sections: Wolf Point & Culbertson Applicants will be reviewed weekly. job description

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic/Machinist (Missoula)

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Mechanic/Machinist in the Missoula Shop. This position performs a variety of work associated with the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel machinery and equipment, fabrication of specialized parts, system design and manufacture, and troubleshooting. Cleans, inspects, and determines course of repair, including restoring close tolerances with accuracy, machining and/or replacing functional parts, devices and control instruments, reinstalls and assembles, starts, drives or operates equipment and devices to test performance. The incumbent must have the ability to follow maintenance procedures. job description

District Environmental Engineer Specialist

The Great Falls District is recruiting for a District Environmental Engineer to be located in Great Falls. This position is responsible for implementing MDT’s erosion and sediment control, storm water, construction and maintenance environmental permitting programs, and activities to ensure compliance with local, State, Federal and Tribal regulations. This position is responsible for assisting with the development and delivery of environmental compliance and stewardship training programs. The incumbent will provide training for district field staff; contractors; other MDT work units; and other local, state, and federal agencies in accordance with ESB policy. This position exercises solid environmental engineering judgment coupled with accurate interpretation of environmental laws. job description

Surveyor II/III

The Montana Department of Transportation is currently recruiting a Surveyor II or III in the Billings District. The journey level, Surveyor II, is responsible for performing advanced technical and professional field survey work; serving as party chief for field surveys; reviewing surveys to determine the validity of the evidence and methods used and to ensure accurate survey information; maintaining equipment and inventories; and performing other duties as assigned. The professional land surveyor, Surveyor III, is responsible for planning and performing professional survey work. Examples of duties include: organizing and overseeing straightforward survey projects, signing off on uncomplicated survey projects, analyzing evidence to determine boundary locations, staking/documenting property boundaries, coordinating survey reviews to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency, and compliance with established standards and policies, making professional level survey calculations, carrying out complex drafting, providing training to field survey crews and coordinating the operation and maintenance of survey equipment within the Unit. The Survey III is in charge of all survey work being performed under their PLS license. job description

Bituminous Material Specialist

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bituminous Material Specialist. This position is responsible for the oversight of the Departments Bituminous Materials Program. Major duties include managing the Profiler Calibration program, coordination and oversight of bituminous materials and mix design testing protocols, project review, and aiding HQ, District, and Construction personnel in all matters related to bituminous materials and construction practices. This position is also responsible for conducting professional bituminous engineering research and analysis and developing processes to implement new technologies, materials, and construction practices into the program. The incumbent evaluates project plans and provisions; establishes guidelines, procedures, and parameters for evaluation of current bituminous quality assurance testing and mix design verification practices. Provides advanced technical assistance to a variety of individuals, contractors, and consultants involved with ongoing road construction and maintenance projects; and performs other duties as assigned in support of the Department goals and Division objectives. The incumbent reports to the Testing Operations Supervisor. Alternative work locations may be available on a case-by- case basis dependent on availability of space in the District. job description

KAL - Temp Maintenance Tech/Winter Snowplow/CDL Driver *

  • 54197480
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting temporary snowplow drivers with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. This includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production. Hours vary between 20-40 hours per week depending on weather and the needs of the section. Shifts are either 4 hours or 8 hours and range from 4am- 11:30pm. 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, 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. job description

Temporary Snowplow Driver / Hwy Maint Tech - Bozeman Areas *

  • 54197681
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting temporary snowplow drivers in Bozeman, Gallatin Gateway, Townsend, Three Forks, Livingston, Harrison, Ennis, West Yellowstone, White Sulphur Springs, Emigrant, and Wilsall. This includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production. Hours for these positions vary between 40 hours, 20 hours, or call out depending on weather and 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, depending on weather. job description

Temporary Snowplow Driver / Highway Maint Tech - Helena Area *

  • 54197580
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for temporary snowplow drivers in Helena, Boulder, MacDonald Pass, and Deer Lodge. This position includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production. 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, depending on weather. job description

Temporary Snowplow Driver / Highway Maint Tech - Butte Areas *

  • 54195332
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for temporary snowplow drivers in Butte, Anaconda, Divide, Whitehall, Lima, and Wisdom. This position includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production. 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, depending on weather. job description

Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment - Scobey

Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in the Scobey Section. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. The Maintenance Technician operates a variety of equipment, including trucks, to perform regular maintenance activities such as ditch cleaning, patching, overlays, fence repairs, lawn mowing and material or equipment transportation. In winter, loads sanding material and does snow removal and sanding. Responsible for overall functional operation of machines including preoperational checking, scheduled servicing, and adding fluids, and changing pins, cutting edges, etc. Performs related work as required. This position is part of the career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description

Civil Engineering Specialist

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Civil Engineering Specialist. This position performs professional Traffic Engineering studies in both urban and rural roadway environments. This position identifies traffic control needs for roadways, intersection, and/or freeway interchanges. This position also provides technical traffic engineering assistance to other offices both in the headquarters and the districts as well as local government and the general public. job description

Surveyor Supervisor

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a District Survey Supervisor in the Billings District. This position is a senior professional land surveyor (PLS). This position serves as the district’s technical authority responsible for directing and overseeing district land survey operations and activities. This position plans and manages district land survey projects; implements survey procedures and technology at the district level; directs and monitors survey projects; oversees district survey program operations (e.g. supplies, contracts, etc.); and provides technical expertise and consultation. The position reports to the District Preconstruction Engineer (DPE) and is under the technical oversight of the Helena Photogrammetry & Survey Section. This position provides in-line supervision to District Survey Unit staff; provides management and oversight of consultant term contract district survey work; and provides technical oversight to other district survey crews. The District Survey Manager is in charge of all district survey work being performed under their PLS license. job description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Miles City

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Miles City Shop. This position performs a variety of work associated with the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel machinery and equipment, fabrication of specialized parts, system design and manufacture, and troubleshooting. Cleans, inspects, and determines course of repair, including restoring close tolerances with accuracy, machining and/or replacing functional parts, devices and control instruments, reinstalls and assembles, starts, drives or operates equipment and devices to test performance. The incumbent must have the ability to follow maintenance procedures, manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints and drawings, and written/oral instructions. job description

Right of Way Agent

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Right of Way Agent in the Butte District. This position is located in the Butte office and is responsible for assisting other agents with property appraisals and negotiations for highway project property valuations and acquisitions. This includes researching property information, conducting site inspections, conducting simple waiver valuations, and related duties. The position is expected to perform these support functions while gaining a progressively responsible knowledge of appraisal and negotiation processes, standards, and requirements. The position reports to the District Right of Way Manager or Special Programs Manager and does not directly supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description

Civil Engineer Specialist - Road Design

Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Civil Engineering Specialist in the Road Design area. This position is responsible for complex road design, construction cost estimating, scheduling, and preparation of construction contract plans and proposals. Incumbents work closely with Design Project Managers in all areas of duties assigned including collaboration, mentoring, and providing technical road design support to other project team members and Engineering Division staff. Incumbents have the skill and discipline to work independently, under the supervision and direction of a Design Project Manager. This position is part of the career ladder with career advancement opportunities. Glendive is the primary location. Miles City, Wolf Point and Glasgow locations will be considered. For a full job description, please contact Joyce Ayre at jayre@mt.gov job description

Highway Maintenance Tech-Stanford

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Highway Maintenance Technician in Stanford. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. The Maintenance Technician operates a variety of equipment, including trucks, to perform regular maintenance activities such as ditch cleaning, patching, overlays, fence repairs, lawn mowing and material or equipment transportation. In winter, loads sanding material and does snow removal and sanding. Responsible for overall functional operation of machines including preoperational checking, scheduled servicing, and adding fluids, and changing pins, cutting edges, etc. Performs related work as required. 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. job description

Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Heavy Equipment Vehicle Technician (Service/Combo B) in Bozeman. This position assists with the maintenance and repair of machinery and mechanical equipment, such as automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, as well as construction equipment (diesel, gasoline, hybrid, or propane), adjusts, diagnoses, and replaces nonfunctional parts of devices and control instruments, replaces worn or defective parts, repairs and replaces tires on vehicles and equipment, lubricates and cleans parts, performs some minor repairs without supervision. job description

Law Enforcement Scale Officer: Motor Carrier Services

  • 54122098
  • multiple locations
  • Open until filled

MCS Enforcement Officers are responsible for helping regulate the international and domestic commercial and agricultural motor carrier industry. They are also responsible to enforce international, federal, and state commercial motor carrier laws at both fixed and mobile locations throughout Montana. MCS Enforcement Officers regulate and enforce law individually or with other officers, in densely populated and remote areas of the state. Officers have full autonomous decision-making authority on a wide range of regulation and enforcement issues, including height, width, and weight restrictions, vehicle licensing and motor fuel tax requirements, hazardous material transportation restrictions, and vehicle, operator, and load safety. MCS Enforcement places its highest priority in the safety of the traveling public and the protection of Montana’s infrastructure. job description

Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1. A Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1 is experienced in structure condition, safety inspection, and Federal reporting. The Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1 inspects most types of in-service structures including bridges and culverts in order to protect critical infrastructure, maintain public safety and fulfill the Department’s legal responsibilities. Duties include structure inspection and assessment, bridge condition documentation and reporting, bridge inspection planning, inspection team oversight and development, and bridge inspection quality control to ensure accuracy of legal records of structure inspections. This position acts as a lead worker for an inspection team consisting of career ladder bridge inspectors. This position is supervised by the Area Bridge Inspection Manager. job description

Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator *

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for Maintenance Technicians in Bozeman. This position performs a variety of work as a laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver for highway maintenance activities. Operates various trucks and a variety of heavy equipment to perform culvert placement and installation/cleaning, landslide removal, crack/mastic sealing, fence building or bridge repair, guardrail or sign installation, luminaire maintenance, roadway repair, vegetation and roadside maintenance, pavement marking and striping operations, and snow and ice control job description

Compliance Audit Manager - External Section

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Compliance Audit Manager, External Section. This section’s primary focus is to ensure contractors and consultants comply with contracts, grants and loans, and federal cost principles when performing work and billing MDT. This position is responsible for performing complex audit and compliance work and supervises multiple engagements. Responsible for consistency and accuracy of final reports and reviews, and ensuring audits are completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA), and International Registration Plan (IRP). Examines and evaluates conformity with state statutes, rules, federal regulations, contract requirements, and other compliance components. This position report to the Chief Auditor and supervises 5 employees. Applications will be reviewed weekly. job description

Mechanic / Machinist / Heavy Duty Mechanic - Bozeman

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for multiple Mechanic's in Bozeman. This position performs a variety of work associated with the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel machinery and equipment, fabrication of specialized parts, system design and manufacture, and troubleshooting. Cleans, inspects, and determines course of repair, including restoring close tolerances with accuracy, machining and/or replacing functional parts, devices and control instruments, reinstalls and assembles, starts, drives or operates equipment and devices to test performance. The incumbent must have the ability to follow maintenance procedures. Must have the ability to follow manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints and drawings, and written/oral instructions to fabricate correctly scaled and assembled components for projects, update equipment, fabricate changes needed for technology, safety, operational benefits or other departmental goals and objectives. job description

Civil Engineering Specialist (Entry Level)-Billings

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting Civil Engineering Specialists. This position serves as a Civil Engineering Specialist within the Billings Division and is responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis, administer contracts, oversee projects and project design, and may serve as a lead worker. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines, knowledge and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment. job description

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