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TheMontana Department of Transportationis recruiting a Maintenance Technician in Baker. 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 participates in theHigh School to Highways program. The Opportunity This opportunity is perfect for someone who loves working outdoors, enjoys operating equipment, wants the challenge of maintaining or fixing huge public infrastructure, and can stand up to the rigors of working on roadways and roadsides in a variety of weather conditions. These team members will assist with the maintenance and operations of the state highways, and adjacent right of ways to assure they remain in a condition that promotes the movement of traffic, and safety to the motoring public. With “High School to Highways,” selected candidates are hired as an entry-level Highway Maintenance Tech, provided a formal on-the-job training plan, and paired with a mentor to coach and support them toward obtaining the experience and credentials needed to advance their career in Transportation. What to Expect Working in the maintenance area will require responsible, safety-minded individuals to accomplish assigned tasks and may require operating trucks as well as other heavy equipment. This position is part of a career ladder with opportunities to advance. For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist: jayre@mt.gov Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance • 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 forPublic Service Student Loan Forgiveness • Benefits apply on first day of employment. • Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Required Education and Experience: * One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment. * A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC). Applicants with a learner’s permit have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. * Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications may qualify for the high school to highway program under 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. High School to Highway Program: * You may be hired into this position without your CDL and 1 year of experience. Training will be provided. Training assignment salary will be set at $25.59 per hour. * Must be at least 18 years old. * A valid driver’s license. Skills required: * Basic math, record keeping, computer skills and the ability to make estimates of materials needed. * Basic computer skills to communicate and retrieve information. * The ability to respond to emergency call outs, work different and/or extended shifts on short notice (days, nights, and weekends), and perform standby duty. * The ability to manipulate and transport up to 50 pounds. * Communicate effectively with diverse groups utilizing oral, written, and electronic communication methods. Other Requirements: * 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. * If you have a CDL, registration to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse is required. * 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. This position is part of a career ladder with opportunities to advance. Maintenance Tech Level I ($26.09): · One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment. Maintenance Tech Level II ($26.59) · One (1) year of documented experience from MDT,State, County, City or Tribal highway maintenance experience. Maintenance Tech Level III ($27.09): · Three (3) or more years of documented experience from MDT,State, County, City or Tribal highway maintenance experience. __ _Additional Information_ * 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. * This position belongs to the AFSCME bargaining union. More information about your choice to join the union will be available during the onboarding process. * This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Bargaining unit applicant will have preference. * To be considered for this position, you must submit your online application before midnight on the closing date. If you need assistance in completing the online application/ /or accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. * All documents for required establishing preference must be received or date stamped by screening date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents. * 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 Title: Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL Driver/Equipment Operator - Baker Location: Baker Requisition ID: 24141238

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