Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
Mechanic/Machinist I
Two years (2) experience in diesel heavy equipment and truck;ortwo years experience in light duty vehiclesora combination of each.
Mechanic/Machinist II
Three years (3) experience in diesel heavy equipment and truckorthree years experience in light duty vehiclesora combination of each.
Mechanic/Machinist III
Four years (4) experience in diesel heavy equipment and truck or four (4) years of experience in light duty vehicles; OR combination of each depending on position. Fabrication and welding experience is desirable.
A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A Type II) with no restrictions a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiners Certificate (MEC). Applicants with a learners permit will have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License. Forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months after hire.
Related formal education in gas and diesel vehicles equipment or machinery repair and maintenance may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Required Application Materials:
Resume
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 Craft Machinists bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. Bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
This position is covered under a Career Ladder Advancement Policy (Level I-IV) and pay is based on the meeting qualifications for a level III Mechanic/Machinist will be given preference and first consideration. Applicants meeting qualifications for a level II Mechanic/Machinist will be considered before applicants meeting qualifications for a level I Mechanic/ at MDT may advance in pay to a level IV with three years of MDT Mechanic/Machinist level III and experience will determine placement and salary.
Your online application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. If you need accommodation with the application process please contact the HRrepresentativelisted above.
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position will travel to other MDT shops to support repair and maintenance on equipment. This position performs a variety of work associated with the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel machinery and equipment; fabrication of specialized parts; system design and manufacture; and troubleshooting. Cleans inspects and determines course of repair including restoring close tolerances with accuracy; machining and/or replacing functional parts devices and control instruments; reinstalls and assembles; starts drives or operates equipment and devices to test performance. The incumbent must have the ability to follow maintenance procedures.
For a complete Job Description please contact Tom Skoog at
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website:
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