Transportation Infrastructure Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Highway Maintenance Technician to join our team at the State of Montana. As a key member of our transportation infrastructure team, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to highway maintenance, including laborer, lead worker, equipment operator, and truck driver.

• Operate 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.
• Load sanding material and perform snow removal and sanding in winter.
• Perform preoperational checking, scheduled servicing, and add fluids, and change pins, cutting edges, etc. for overall functional operation of machines.
• Perform related work as required.

• 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).
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

• Requires knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment typically assigned to a section, including basic diesel/gasoline vehicle maintenance.
• Requires one (1) year experience driving heavy truck 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 with endorsements for air brakes and tanker is required.

• Salary is based on MDT time in grade, classroom training, practical experience, and successful completion of the MDT Maintenance Academy.
• City and county road maintenance experience will be considered.

The State of Montana 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.