Temp Snowplow DriverHighway Maintenance TechCDL Driver Glasgow or Opheim

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for one (1) Temporary Snowplow Driver in Glasgow or Opheim 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.

Hours will vary between 20-40 hours per week depending on weather and the needs of the section. 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.

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 Jordan Ulrich HR Generalist at

Required Application Materials:

• Online Application

Your online application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact Jordan Ulrich HR Generalist at

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 Examiners Certificate (MEC). Applicants with a learners 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 (54083 US Hwy 2 W - Glasgow MT 59230 OR 402 2nd Ave - Opheim MT 59250) 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.

• 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 # 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. All required materials must be submitted by closing date. If you need assistance in completing the online application please contact your local job service.

• 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