District Utility Agent

Munro Footwear Group; Glendive (MT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work arrangement

Health access for employees

State retirement plan

Overtime compensation

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a District Utility Agent in the Glendive District. The role coordinates major utility relocation projects, railroad involvement, and contract administration to support road projects and SUE work.

You will provide UPAS support and help advance Bureau operations. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years in utilities or related engineering, with the ability to read highway plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Survey, Design/Drafting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Utilities or related Engineering field.
• Ability to read and interpret highway plans (road plans, right of way plans, utility plans, etc.).
• Training assignment may pay below base pay; conditions will be stated at hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate major utility relocation projects and railroad involvement.
• Administer contracts for project-related work and review SUE projects.
• Provide customer support in Utility Permitting Administration System (UPAS).
• Support MDT mission and ongoing Bureau operations and activities.

Skills

Highway engineering knowledge

Contract administration

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Reading highway plans

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

UPAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - District Utility Agent (26142132)

Position Title:

District Utility Agent - (26142132)

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a District Utility Agent in the Glendive District. Glendive is the preferred primary location for this position, but other locations may be considered. This position serves as a Utility Agent and coordinates major utility relocation projects; coordinates railroad involvement; administers contracts for project-related work; provides input and review of subsurface utility engineering (SUE) projects; provides customer support in Utility Permitting Administration System (UPAS) and performs a variety of other duties in support of the Department mission and ongoing Bureau operations and activities. The position reports to the Utility Engineering Supervisor, Utility Construction Supervisor, or District Project Development Engineer and does not supervise other agency personnel.

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• 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
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Required Education and Experience

The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Survey, Design/Drafting, Finance, or a related field.

This position requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Utilities, or a related Engineering field.

This position requires the ability to read and interpret highway plans (road plans, right of way plans, utility plans, etc.)

This agency may use 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This position requires thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of highway engineering; mathematics; utility design and construction; state and federal regulations pertaining to utility placement and relocation; right of way acquisition; project management; contract administration and claims management; and environmental issues and regulations as they apply to road construction and utility relocation projects.

This position requires skill in directing, organizing, and coordinating multiple staff and projects, examining, interpreting, and translating technical/legal information to broad audiences, standard office software applications (e.g., word processing, database, etc.), analyzing and interpreting statistical information, and written and verbal communications.

This position requires the ability to develop effective techniques and procedures to achieve goals and objectives; to provide clear directions, technical assistance, and guidance to team members to ensure effective operations and project activities; to assess complex and rapidly changing technological issues and national trends; identify root causes of problems and development of alternative solutions; confidently challenge the status quo by experimenting with new ideas; to accurately apply engineering standards and project requirements to specific circumstances; to evaluate multiple and ambiguous factors to resolve problems; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to create a positive work climate; to work effectively in a high stress and multi-task environment.

Other Information

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. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

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.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.

Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use 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.

Salary

$39.99 - 39.99 Hourly

Telework Eligibility

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Primary Location

Glendive

Posting Date

Sep 14, 2026, 2:45:41 PM

Closing Date

Sep 29, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

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