Service / Combination B

Water Resources Office; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of public service and work/lif

Montana Health Centers

State Retirement plan

Overtime compensation

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation in Kalispell is seeking a Service / Combination B role to assist with maintenance and repair of a range of machinery and equipment. You will diagnose, replace faulty parts, service tires, lubricate components, and perform minor repairs with minimal supervision.

A CDL Class A Type II with tank endorsement and MEC is required or obtainable within 30 days. The position offers potential overtime and a safety‑focused work culture, with state benefits available

Qualifications

• One year 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.
• Valid Montana Class A Type II license with tank endorsement and MEC, or permit with ability to obtain full license within 30 days.
• A forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months after hire.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to perform simple record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment, including vehicles and construction equipment.
• Adjusts, diagnoses, and replaces nonfunctional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Replaces worn or defective parts and tires; lubricates and cleans components.
• Performs some minor repairs without supervision.

Skills

Lubrication techniques

Tire servicing

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Light or heavy-duty training/certification

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Description - Service / Combination B (26140321)

Position Title:

Service / Combination B - ( 26140321 )

TheMontana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Service / Combination B in Kalispell. 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

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

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.

A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC). OR a permit with the ability to obtain the full license within 30 days of hire. A forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months after hire.

Other Information

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

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.

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.

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 (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: $

29.59 - 29.59 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

No

Primary Location

Kalispell Agency : Department of Transportation Union : American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Posting Date

Jun 5, 2026, 8:07:19 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing

Required Application Materials

None

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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.