Temp Snowplow Driver/Highway Maintenance Tech/CDL Driver - Wolf Point

Montana Department of Transportation; Wolf Point (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for one (1) part-time, temporary snowplow driver in Wolf Point with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. This position requires a MT CDL Class A Type II license and a valid MEC.

The job involves snow removal, keeping the right of way clear, fixing guardrails, signs, and luminaires, and performing traffic control as needed. Hours are seasonal and may require weekends/holidays and variations due to weather.

Qualifications

• Valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions (MEC required).
• Heavy equipment operation experience is required.
• Learner’s permit holders must obtain license within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal and winter road maintenance.
• Clean the right of way and repair fences, signs, and luminaires.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Montana CDL Class A Type II (with no restrictions)

Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for one (1) part-time, temporary snowplow driver in Wolf Point 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.

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. Hours vary depending on the need of the section.

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.

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.

Successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work headquarters (6205 Highway 250 - Wolf Point, MT 59201) 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 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.
• Only electronic applications will be accepted.
• 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