Temp Snowplow Driver/Hwy Maintenance Tech-Laurel

State of Montana; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a full time temporary snowplow driver in Laurel with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. Duties include 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.

Qualifications

• One year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment operation including basic diesel/gasoline vehicle maintenance.
• Basic math, record keeping, computer skills and the ability to make estimates of materials needed.
• A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC).
• Learner's permit or a Class B CDL holders have 30 days to obtain the Montana Commercial Operators License.
• Must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work headquarters and have a telephone or be reasonably accessible.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal.
• Cleaning the right of way.
• Fixing guardrail.
• Repairing fences, signs, and luminaires.
• Traffic control.
• Salt brine production.
• Available for emergency weather conditions and work on weekends/holidays as needed.

Skills

Heavy truck driving

Construction equipment operation

Math

Record keeping

Computer skills

Material estimates

CDL Class A

Education

None

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a full time temporary snowplow driver in Laurel with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. Duties include 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 April, 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. For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Lori Edgar at [e-mail]

Required Education and Experience:

One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment. Requires knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment operation including basic diesel/gasoline vehicle maintenance. Basic math, record keeping, computer skills and the ability to make estimates of materials needed. 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 or a Class B CDL have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. A 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 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. 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 #6.03.001, "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. Only electronic applications will be accepted. All required materials must be submitted by closing date. If you need assistance in completing the online application, please contact your local job service.

These positions belong to the AFSME 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.

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.

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