Temp Maintenance Tech / Winter Snowplow / CDL Driver/Missoula

Munro Footwear Group; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 84,787,000 - 87,653,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking temporary Snowplow drivers with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance in Missoula and surrounding areas. The role involves snow removal, right-of-way maintenance, fence and sign repairs, traffic control, and salt brine production.

Shifts vary 4 or 8 hours, with potential weekend/holiday work and a season from mid-November to March depending on weather.

Qualifications

• Valid Montana CDL Class A, Type II with no restrictions, tank endorsement and MEC.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowplow and heavy equipment for winter road maintenance.
• Perform snow removal, maintain right of way, fix guardrail and fences, service signs and luminaires.
• Assist with traffic control and salt brine production as needed.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather and handle physical tasks.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Tank endorsement

Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

Job description

Job Description - Temp Maintenance Tech / Winter Snowplow / CDL Driver/Missoula (26142332)

Position Title:

Temp Maintenance Tech / Winter Snowplow / CDL Driver/Missoula - ( 26142332 )

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for Temporary Snowplow drivers with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. This includes snow removal, cleaning the right of way, fixing guardrail, repairing fences, signs, and luminaires, traffic control and salt brine production.

Hours vary between 20-40 hours per week depending on weather and the needs of the section. Shifts are either 4 hours or 8 hours and range from 4am-11:30pm. Must be available for emergency weather conditions and be able to work on weekends and holidays as needed. Season typically begins mid-November and ends in March, depending on weather.

Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions and remain focused and seated for extended periods of time. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity in lifting, carrying, and/or operating the tools and equipment.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Positions may be available in the following Maintenance Sections

• Missoula
• Hamilton
• Seely Lake
• Clinton
• Drummond
• Evaro
• Alberton
• Superior
• Lookout
• Thompson Falls

This requisition may be updated to reflect current openings as vacancies are filled. MDT may consider hiring temporary employees to other assigned sections depending on need.

Successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work section headquarters. Contact Shannon Carter, [e-mail] for a list of Missoula Division Section addresses.

Minimum Qualifications

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)

Maintenance Technician II ($30.09)

Maintenance Technician III ($30.59)

Successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work headquarters and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters.

Other Application Information

This is a temporary position offering up to six (6) months of employment.

Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a practical-test and a behavioral-based interview. Additional testing dates may be added as needed. Though this listing will remain open until filled, the hiring committee will review applications approximately every two weeks starting September 30, 2026.

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 # 3-0134, "Addendum to Risk Management and Tort Defense Division State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

Requires a negative pre-employment drug screen. Maintenance Technicians will also be regularly randomly selected for drug testing, per federal law.

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

These positions belong to the CRAFT and AFSCME bargaining units. The successful candidate will receive more information about the union during the onboarding process.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons 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.

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 - 30.59 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

15 Employee Status : Seasonal (less than 6 mos) Schedule : Variable

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

Missoula

Other Locations

Superior, Thompson Falls, Clinton, Drummond, Hamilton, Ravalli, Lolo, Evaro, Haugan, Alberton, Seeley Lake Agency : Department of Transportation Union : Public Employees Craft Council (Transportation)

Posting Date

Sep 18, 2026, 5:08:37 PM

Closing Date

Oct 3, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

None

Contact

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.