Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician

Montana Department of Transportation; Wolf Point (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

State Retirement

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Student Loan Forgiveness

Benefits on start

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation seeks a Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician in Wolf Point to assist with maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, and construction equipment. Tasks include diagnosing and replacing parts, tires, lubricating, and basic repairs under supervision.

Applicants need 1 year of related experience and a valid Montana Class A license with MEC; forklift certification within 3 months. State benefits apply and an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as lubrication technician, light duty tire technician, or mechanic’s assistant.
• Formal light or heavy-duty technical training and/or certification(s) will be considered. Basic computer knowledge and record keeping.
• Requires Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions and a valid MEC. Forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months after hire.
• Learner’s permit holders have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License.

Skills

Lubrication technician

Light-duty tire technician

Mechanic's assistant

Basic computer knowledge

Record keeping

Education

Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II)

Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

Light/Heavy-duty equipment training/certification

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Technician in Wolf Point! This position assists with the maintenance and repair of machinery and mechanical equipment, such as automobiles, light and heavy duty trucks, as well as construction equipment (diesel, gasoline, hybrid, or propane), adjusts, diagnoses, and replaces nonfunctional parts of devices and control instruments, replaces worn or defective parts, repairs and replaces tires on vehicles and equipment, lubricates and cleans parts, performs some minor repairs without supervision.

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 for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

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) years’ experience as: a lubrication technician, light duty tire technician, or mechanic’s assistant.
• Formal light or heavy-duty technical training and/or certification(s) will also be considered. Basic computer knowledge and function. Requires working knowledge of basic record keeping.
• AND a valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) is required. Forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months after hire.
• Applicants with a learner’s permit have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License.

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.

Other Information

Top candidates will be invited to participate in a written, practical test, and behavioral-based interview prior to final selection.

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 AFSCME 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