Working Shop Foreman Great Falls

Required Education and Experience:

Related associates degree / 2 years college / Vocational training

Three (3) years of equipment repair and operation experience at journeyman level. Included in these three years are any combination of heavy or light duty repair examples are cars and pickups trucks loaders motor patrols track-type tractors asphalt hot plants or other heavy equipment used for highway construction or maintenance

A valid Montana CDL (Class A Type II) is required.

Alternative Qualifications:

Education and experience will substitute on a year for year basis: Minimum of five (5) years of equipment repair and operation experience at journeyman level. Included in these five years are any combination of heavy or light duty repair examples are cars and pickups trucks loaders motor patrols track-type tractors asphalt hot plants or other heavy equipment used for highway construction or maintenance.

Other Information

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.(if applicable)

This position is being posted in accordance with the Crafts Council Mechanic/Machinist bargaining unit agreement. Bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

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.

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.

Position Title: Working Shop Foreman

Description:

TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT)is recruiting for a Working Shop Foreman/Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Great Falls position works in the repair and maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment gas and diesel works with pumps motors engines power trains tools vehicles and heavy equipment welds (gas arc and wire) cuts metals during repairs or fabrication. This position engineers designs and fabricates tools and equipment modifies existing equipment (Snow Plow Trucks or other equipment) as this will enhance highway maintenance. Advises and provides technical expertise to other shop mechanics in diagnosing equipment problems determining repairs needed and course of action to be taken. Inspects and reviews the work as directed by the shop superintendent on a as needed basis.

This position performs a variety of other duties as assigned by the Shop Superintendent in support of the Department mission and Division objectives. This includes exchanging information with consultants agency staff and the public; providing training education and professional and technical assistance; directing special projects; participating in ongoing training and educational programs; and performing a variety of other duties as directed.

For a full job description please contact Sarah Peterson at

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Application Materials:

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.