Service Combination B

Required Education and Experience:

• One (1) years experience as a lubrication technician light duty tire technician or mechanics 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 Examiners 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.

• Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants 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.

• Your online application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HRrepresentativelisted below.

• 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. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

TheMontana Department of Transportationis 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.

For a full job description please contact HR Generalist Lauren Grayson at

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: