Civil Engineering Specialist *
- 54157057
- multiple locations
- February 13, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Civil Engineering Specialist in Glendive, Wolf Point, and Glasgow. Positions in the assigned district are responsible for conducting engineering and analysis, administering Federal aid and non-Federal aid construction contracts, overseeing active construction operations, reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability, coordinating and performing surveying procedures, serving as lead worker, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The incumbent will often determine the best solution based on contract plans, specifications, engineering principles, acquired knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional and engineering judgment. job description
Temporary Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Machinist
- 54166807
- Kalispell
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Temporary (up to 1 year) Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Kalispell 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. For a full job description, please contact Shannon Carter at scarter@mt.gov. job description
Law Enforcement Scale Officer: Motor Carrier Services
- 54122065
- multiple locations
- February 23, 2025
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
Internship MDT Accounting- Missoula
- 54138009
- Missoula
- February 28, 2025
MDT is recruiting for an Accounting Intern. MDT Internship Program requires all applicants to be enrolled in a College, University, or Tech School or within 6 months of graduation. One intern will be hired from this posting and will work in the MDT Administration Division in Missoula or Kalispell. MDT Internship Program provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of problem solving, innovation and teamwork. Interns engage in Montana’s transportation projects that have a direct impact on Montana’s traveling public! Interns will collaborate with area experts and gain invaluable hands-on experience. Our internships focus on training and integrating the interns into our current workforce of over 2,000 people across Montana who are all providing a vital role to ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely. job description
Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician
- 54166047
- Billings
- February 12, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation is currently recruiting for a Service Combination B in the Billings District. The Service Combination B 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
Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator
- 54176022
- Gallatin Gateway
- February 12, 2025
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
Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator -
- 54173010
- Drummond
- February 11, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Highway Maintenance Technician in Drummond. 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. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. For a full job description, please contact Shannon Carter at scarter@mt.gov. job description
KAL - Temp Maintenance Tech/Winter Snowplow/CDL Driver (W. G
- 54197480
- West Glacier
- February 4, 2025
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. Current opening in West Glacier is 40 hours per week and shifts are 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. 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. For a full job description, please contact Shannon Carter, HR Generalist at scarter@mt.gov. job description
Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator
- 54189006
- Forsyth
- February 10, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Maintenance Technician in the Forsyth Section. 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
Payroll Specialist
- 54107007
- Helena
- February 17, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Payroll Specialist. This position provides accurate and concise information to employees, supervisors, and human resources to process, track, and implement payroll related information. Regularly responds to inquiries such as union affiliation, civil service requirements, W-2 and I-9 questions, benefit information, policies and procedures for MDT and the State, FMLA guidance, and FLSA rules. Presents training and informational sessions related to payroll processes, state benefits, and changes to policies and procedures. This position reports directly to the Payroll Supervisor and does not supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description
Seasonal Data Collection Aide
- 54190812
- Helena
- March 2, 2025
Need a summer job? Do you enjoy traveling? How about technology? If you share interests in traveling and the latest tech, then we’ve got a fantastic opportunity for you at MDT! We are recruiting a Data Collection Aid to assist in the collection of roadway distress data across the state of Montana. The position works in a two-person team operating state of the art testing equipment. The data collected is used to make highway engineering and maintenance decisions across the state. Apply today for an opportunity to explore the Big Sky country and expand your career into the world of big data! job description
Civil Engineering Technician *
- 54157058
- multiple locations
- February 6, 2025
Positions in the assigned district are responsible for conducting engineering and analysis, administering Federal aid and non-Federal aid construction contracts, overseeing active construction operations, reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability, coordinating and performing surveying procedures, serving as lead worker, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The incumbent will often determine the best solution based on contract plans, specifications, engineering principles, acquired knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional and engineering judgment. job description
Bridge Inspection Technician, Specialist, or Team Lead
- 54150040
- Billings
- February 16, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Inspection Technician, Specialist, or Team Lead. A Bridge Inspection Technician is a member of a Bridge Inspection Team and acquires knowledge of in-service bridge inspection techniques, condition documentation, safety evaluation, and Federal reporting requirements. A Bridge Inspection Specialist 1 and 2 are a member of a Bridge Inspection Team and acquires knowledge of in-service bridge inspection techniques, condition documentation, safety evaluation, and Federal reporting requirements. A Bridge Inspection Team Leader 1 is experienced in structure condition, safety inspection, and Federal reporting. Inspects most types of in-service structures including bridges and culverts to protect critical infrastructure, maintain public safety and fulfill the Department’s legal responsibilities. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. The successful candidate will be placed at the career ladder level correlating with their qualifications. For a full job description, please contact Tiffany Thornton at tithornton@mt.gov. job description
Highways Engineer - Bureau Chief
- 54130005
- Helena
- February 4, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Highways Engineer – Bureau Chief. This position is the Highways Engineer and is responsible for the administration, management and coordination of all work involving the Road Design, Hydraulics, and Survey & Photogrammetry sections. This position reports to the Preconstruction Engineer and is responsible for the management of approximately 80 FTE. Duties include highway program development, oversight of engineering projects and administration of Bureau resources. Duties also involve the creation, review and revision of engineering policies, standards and practices. This position bears professional engineering responsibility for all plans prepared by the Highways Bureau and the District Road Design staff. job description
Drill Operator Specialist - Crew Lead
- 54146010
- Helena
- February 6, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Drill Operator Specialist – Crew Lead. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing on- site drilling projects. Duties include overseeing drilling projects and drill operators; operating, maintaining, and repairing drilling equipment and tools; and providing training and technical assistance to drillers. job description
Bridge Inspection Team Leader 2 *
- 54150019
- Glendive
- February 9, 2025
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
Bridge Engineering Manager *
- 54180050
- Helena
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Engineering Manager. This position is a Bridge Projects Design Manager within a given District. The position is responsible for managing the progress of all preconstruction activities for several concurrently ongoing bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects, and bridge and structures activities in other Highway projects in that District. The position is responsible for managing, developing, and documenting the preconstruction activities from project assignment to contract award including project risk assessments, working with stakeholders, initiating appropriate public involvement, as well as overseeing the structural engineering, design, and preparation of bridge plans, special provisions and cost estimates. This position reports to the Bridge Design Engineer. job description
Field Project Technician (Entry Level Civil Engineering) *
- 54159011
- Billings
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting Field Project Technicians. This position serves as an experienced Field Project Technician within the Billings District and is responsible for coordinating and conducting various inspection, sampling, and testing procedures to verify that construction project features and materials conform with standard specifications, Department requirements, and contract agreements. The position is also responsible for coordinating and conducting staking and surveying procedures and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The position reports to the Field Project Technician III and provides guidance and technical assistance to less experienced Field Project Technicians performing routine inspections, sampling, testing, and surveying procedures. job description
Bridge Management Engineer
- 54150021
- Helena
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Management Engineer. This position serves as the Bridge Management Engineer and Section Supervisor and is responsible for administering all aspects of the Bridge Inspection and Operations programs for over 5000 bridges and other transportation structures in-service statewide. This includes bridge and tunnel safety and condition inspection, load rating, load posting, documentation of critical findings, local agency notifications, bridge scour evaluation, overweight vehicle permitting, and bridge maintenance. This position is responsible for ensuring program compliance with FHWA’s National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), maintaining structure inventory records, and submitting bridge condition data to FHWA annually. This position is responsible for ensuring public safety; maintaining program compliance with State and Federal laws, policies and guidelines; developing and maintaining Department standards, guidelines and policies for bridge inspection and operations; developing program budgets and monitoring program expenditures; supervising staff work and quality; and promoting efficient and cost-effective use of Department resources and funds. This work directly affects public safety and commerce, and an advanced level of professional engineering experience and judgement is needed to meet program requirements. This position reports to the Bridge Engineer. job description
Bridge Operations Engineer
- 54150010
- Helena
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Operations Engineer. This position serves as the Bridge Operations Engineer and supervisor of the Bridge Operations Unit which is responsible for bridge analysis and load rating, bridge overload permitting, and bridge maintenance for over 5000 bridges in-service statewide. This position is responsible for ensuring public safety; maintaining program compliance with Federal laws, policies and guidelines; developing and monitoring statewide operations and budget estimates; developing and managing engineering contracts for consultant services and construction of rehabilitation and repairs of bridges; supervising staff work and quality; and promoting efficient and cost-effective use of Department resources and funds. This work directly affects public safety and commerce, and an advanced level of professional engineering experience is needed to identify and evaluate bridge conditions, perform advanced structural analysis for the current conditions, and recommend load posting, traffic restrictions, or repair projects. This position reports to the Bridge Management Engineer. job description
Traffic and Safety Civil Engineering Specialist
- 54140061
- Helena
- February 27, 2025
This position would assist MDT in identifying safety improvements for Montana’s public streets, roads, and highways. Safety improvements may include low-cost improvements such as signing or more robust intersection improvements like signals, roundabouts, alternative intersections, and/or curve reconstructions. This position utilizes and develops analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and move forward safety projects. Work includes analyzing data, utilizing analytical tools to identify appropriate improvements, developing working relationships with multiple bureaus, developing cost estimates, and calculating benefit cost ratios. job description
Human Resource Generalist
- 54151211
- Missoula
- January 30, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Human Resource Generalist in Missoula or Kalispell. The Human Resources Generalist partners with leadership and manages the day-to-day operations of human resources for the Missoula 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 Human Resources Bureau Chief and does not supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description
Surveyor
- 54159063
- Billings
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Land Surveyor in Billings. This position 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/monumenting property boundaries, coordinating survey reviews to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency, and compliance with established standards and policies, making 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. job description
Internship MDT Library Research
- 54138023
- Helena
- February 28, 2025
Recruiting for one Library Intern to be be hired for a summer Internship position. Interns will work in the Library Research Section in Helena, MT. MDT Internship Program provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of problem solving, innovation and teamwork. Interns engage in Montana’s transportation projects that have a direct impact on Montana’s traveling public! job description
Internship MDT Engineering
- 54138012
- multiple locations
- February 28, 2025
Recruiting for summer Engineering Internship positions! MDT Internship Program provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of problem solving, innovation and teamwork. Interns engage in Montana’s transportation projects that have a direct impact on Montana’s traveling public! job description
Geotechnical Engineering Specialist
- 54140025
- Helena
- February 2, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Geotechnical Engineering Specialist. This position serves as an entry to mid-level geotechnical specialist and conducts basic to intermediate geotechnical engineering analysis and design and performs field investigations. The position is assigned progressively challenging responsibilities to reach mid-level status. The position with assistance and guidance (dependent upon experience) from a Geotechnical District Manager or other senior geotechnical section staff evaluates project plans; establishes guidelines, procedures, and parameters for various projects and activities; plans and oversees a variety of investigation, sampling, and engineering projects; provides technical assistance to a variety of individuals and agencies involved with ongoing road construction projects; and performs a variety of other duties in support of the Department goals and Division objectives. The duties are performed in both the office and field. The incumbent reports directly to the Geotechnical Operations Manager and indirectly to the Geotechnical Engineer. job description
Tire and Lubricant Vehicle Technician
- 54166040
- Billings
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation is currently recruiting for a Service Combo A in the Billings District. The Service Combo A services automobiles, light trucks, and equipment, fuel and wash vehicles, cleans engines, repair, change and balance automotive and light truck tires, replaces belts, hoses, batteries, filters and other parts. Receives stock and picks up and delivers parts when necessary. Replaces light bulbs in facilities, cleans shop area. May do general janitorial work, grounds and building maintenance, and snow removal. job description
MCS Operations Research Analyst
- 54122066
- Helena
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a MCS Operations Research Analyst. The Operations Research Analyst manages the MCS Division’s statistical data collection, and field technology programs. Ensures compliance with federal regulations, Administrative Rules of Montana and Montana laws through research and analysis. Completes information and data collection, evaluation, analysis, reporting, and systems maintenance, as well as technical and user support for these programs; oversees the research necessary to identify and document efficient business procedures; and re-engineers business processes by developing and implementing plans, specifications, and schedules. The Operations Research Analyst produces private sector technical specifications for service and repair contracts and manages the technical repair and maintenance programs for division field systems; conducts new and ongoing research, analysis, development and implementation of technical enhancements and business improvements to division information, data, statistical, information. Coordinate’s research and analysis activities, and develops, implements, maintains, and enforces related high technology project protocols. job description
Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator
- 54187001
- Opheim
- Open until filled
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Opheim. 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
Surveyor
- 54155056
- Great Falls
- February 2, 2025
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a land surveyor in Great Falls. This position 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/monumenting property boundaries, coordinating survey reviews to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency, and compliance with established standards and policies, making 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. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. job description
Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator
- 54179028
- Glendive
- Open until filled
Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Maintenance Technician in the Glendive 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. City, county, or other state highway road department experience will be considered for salary placement. job description
Internship MDT Aviation
- 54138027
- West Yellowstone
- Open until filled
MDT Internship Program provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of problem solving, innovation and teamwork. Interns engage in Montana’s transportation projects that have a direct impact on Montana’s traveling public! Interns will collaborate with area experts and gain invaluable hands-on experience. Our internships focus on training and integrating the interns into our current workforce of over 2,000 people across Montana who are all providing a vital role to ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely. The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Summer Aviation Management Internship position. One intern will be hired from this posting. Interns will work at the West Yellowstone Airport. Work schedule will be 40 hours a week during the summer. Summer duties to be performed:50% Airport Operations and Maintenance/ 50% Airport Administrative job description
District Environmental Engineer Specialist
- 54155061
- Great Falls
- Open until filled
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
- 54192518
- Billings
- Open until filled
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
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, Ennis, and White Sulphur Springs. 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
Surveyor Supervisor
- 54159059
- Billings
- Open until filled
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
Right of Way Agent
- 54160033
- Butte
- Open until filled
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
- 54157007
- Glendive
- Open until filled
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
Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician
- 54166603
- Bozeman
- Open until filled
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
Mechanic / Machinist / Heavy Duty Mechanic - Bozeman
- 54166321
- Bozeman
- Open until filled
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
- 54192438
- Billings
- Open until filled
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
* this posting fills multiple positions... please see the vacancy for additional details