Temp Snowplow Driver/Highway Maintenance Tech/CDL Driver - Glasgow or Opheim

Montana Department of Transportation; Glasgow (MT); On-site; USD 3,995,000 - 4,271,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation in Glasgow/Opheim seeks a Temporary Snowplow Driver with heavy equipment experience for winter road maintenance, including snow removal, right of way cleaning, and sign and fence repairs.

Hours vary 20-40 per week, season runs mid-November to March, with weekend/holiday work as needed. Applicants must live within 45 road miles of Glasgow or Opheim and hold a Montana Commercial Operators License Class A Type II with tank endorsement and MEC.

Qualifications

• Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with tank endorsement and MEC required.
• Learner’s permit holders have 30 days to obtain the license.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and performing winter road maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operates snowplow and other heavy equipment for winter road maintenance.
• Performs snow removal, right-of-way cleaning, guardrail and fence repairs, and traffic control as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driving heavy trucks

Safety and compliance

Education

Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with Tank Endorsement

Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

Learner’s permit to license within 30 days

Job description

Job Overview

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for one (1) Temporary Snowplow Driver in Glasgow or Opheim 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 will vary between 20-40 hours per week depending on weather and the needs of the section. 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.

Successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work headquarters (54083 US Hwy 2 W - Glasgow, MT 59230 or 402 2nd Ave - Opheim, MT 59250) and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters.

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.

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 October 23, 2026.
• 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.
• 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.
• This position belong to the AFSCME bargaining unit. 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