Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator - Seeley

Montana Historical Society; Seeley Lake (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of public service

Montana Health Centers access

State Retirement plan

Overtime/compensatory time

Paid vacation, sick leave & holidays

Benefits on first day of employment

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation in Seeley Lake seeks a Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator to perform a variety of highway maintenance tasks, operate trucks and heavy equipment, and support culvert, roadway, and snow/ice operations. This is a career ladder opportunity with advancement potential.

Eligibility requires a Montana CDL Class A, Type II without restrictions and a Medical Examiner’s Certificate; 45-mile residency requirement and relocation

Qualifications

• Valid Montana CDL Class A, Type II with no restrictions.
• Must possess a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC).
• Experience driving heavy trucks or operating construction equipment preferred for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Operate various trucks and heavy equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform culvert placement, crack sealing, fence building, and bridge repairs.
• Assist with vegetation control, pavement marking, and snow/ice control.

Skills

CDL Driver

Equipment operator

Education

Montana CDL Class A, Type II

MEC - Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Job description

Job Description - Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator - Seeley (26142380)

Position Title:

Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Driver / Equipment Operator - Seeley - ( 26142380 )

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a Highway Maintenance Technician in Seeley. This position p erforms 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 is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• 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
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

Required Education and Experience:

• All levels require 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

Maintenance Technician I ($29.59) Requires one (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment.

Maintenance Technician II ($30.09) Requires two (2) years of documented experience from another city, county, or other state highway road department where you were employed for the purpose of road maintenance.

Maintenance Technician III ($30.59) Requires three (3) or more years of documented experience from another city, county, or other state highway road department where you were employed for the purpose of road maintenance.

The successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the Seeley Section House ( 2701 MT Highway 83 N, Seeley Lake, MT ) and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters.

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 Crafts Teamsters bargaining unit agreement.
• Applicants may be eligible for placement up to a Maintenance Technician Level III if they have documented relevant experience from a city, county, or state highway road department(s) where they were employed for the purpose of road maintenance. Experience will determine level placement and wage.
• 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.
• Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
• 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. MDT is enrolled in E-Verify.

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:

29.59 - 30.59 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible 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, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

Seeley Lake Agency : Department of Transportation Union : Public Employees Craft Council (Transportation)

Posting Date

Sep 25, 2026, 7:42:49 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 10, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Shannon Carter | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.