Roadway Maintenance Tech & Heavy Equipment Operator

Montana Department of Transportation; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and major/h

Public Service Student Loan Forgivene

Overtime or compensatory time for >40h

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation seeks a Highway Maintenance Technician in Havre to perform labor, lead work, equipment operation, and truck driving for highway maintenance activities. Positions involve operating multiple heavy vehicles, installing signs, repairing guardrails, and handling snow/ice control as part of a career ladder with advancement potential.

Required licenses include Montana CDL Class A, Type II with no restrictions and a tank endorsement, plus a valid MEC.

Qualifications

• Valid Montana CDL Class A, Type II with no restrictions and MEC.
• Tank endorsement required.
• If holding a learner’s permit, obtain CDL within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to operate heavy trucks and equipment for highway maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform culvert placement, cleaning, landslide removal, crack/mastic sealing, and guardrail/sign installation.
• Conduct snow/ice control and vegetation/roadside maintenance tasks.
• Work within a career ladder with opportunities for advancement.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Montana CDL Class A, Type II

Tank endorsement

Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

Job description

Montana Department of Transportation seeks a Highway Maintenance Technician in Havre to perform labor, lead work, equipment operation, and truck driving for highway maintenance activities. Positions involve operating multiple heavy vehicles, installing signs, repairing guardrails, and handling snow/ice control as part of a career ladder with advancement potential.

Required licenses include Montana CDL Class A, Type II with no restrictions and a tank endorsement, plus a valid MEC.