Highway Maintenance Tech - Stanford

Job Description - Highway Maintenance Tech - Stanford (24141726)

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Position Title : Highway Maintenance Tech - Stanford - (24141726)

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a 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, 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.

Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include :

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work / life balance
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

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 trucks 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.

Additional Information :

Successful applicants 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.

• Driving 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.
• 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.
• This position is covered under a Career Ladder Advancement Policy (Level I - IV) and pay is based on the level. Pay and placement in the career ladder is based on MDT time in grade, classroom training, practical experience, and successful completion of the MDT Maintenance Academy.

Reaching maximum Maintenance Tech pay (Level IV) can take up to five years.

• To be considered for this position, you must submit your online application before midnight on the closing date. All required additional materials must be submitted.
• 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.

Salary :

$27.59 - $28.59 Hourly

Telework Eligibility :

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility :

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : Employee Status :

Employee Status : Regular

Regular

Schedule : Full-Time

Full-Time

Job Type : Standard

Standard

Shift : Day Job

Day Job

Travel : Yes, 25% of the Time

Yes, 25% of the Time

Primary Location : Stanford

Stanford

Agency :

Department of Transportation

Union :

American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Posting Date :

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

Required Application Materials :

None

Contact Name :

Lori Edgar Contact Email : [email protected] Contact Phone : 4066570221

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