Equipment Bureau Chief

Equipment Bureau Chief

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Equipment Bureau Chief. This position is responsible for the administrative functions, policy development, fleet management, and personnel management for the Equipment and Motor Pool programs. Fleet management responsibilities include managing the procurement, maintenance, repair, servicing, and retirement of both the MDT and Motor Pool fleets. Establishes policies and guidelines for fleet administration, budget, purchasing, and allocation of vehicles and equipment to field operations. This position reports to the Operations Manager for Asset Strategy Operations and Maintenance. This position directly supervises five employees and indirectly supervises 21 employees in Helena. The Division Equipment Shop Superintendents also receive direct guidance from this position. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at agereg@mt.gov.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include : a culture of public service and a commitment to work / life balance, potential hybrid remote work arrangement, health, dental, and vision insurance, access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families, state retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation), employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness, and eligibility for relocation assistance.

Required Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Five years of experience in program management or other related experience and three years of supervision or team lead experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : knowledge of concepts, practice and theories of vehicle and equipment mechanical repair and operation, knowledge of shop operations, the fabrication process, repair procedures, time requirements and cost, knowledge of fleet operation, equipment and vehicle costs, and budgeting processes. Ability to work with manufacturers, other states, and other government agencies.

Required Application Materials : a resume detailing your qualifications and work history, a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant." If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information : The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People 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.