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.
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.
Also requires one (1) year of documented experience from another city, county, or other state highway road department where you were employed for the purpose of road maintenance.
Anaconda – 2 positions
Wisdom – 1 position
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 have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License.
Twin Bridges – 1 position
Also 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.
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.
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. (if applicable)
One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment.
Benefits
Divide – 1 position
This is a temporary position offering up to six (6) months of employment.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
applications reviewed approximately every two weeks starting october 20.
qualified applicants invited to a practical test and a behavioral‑based interview.
additional testing dates may be added as needed.
Visa Sponsorship
no work‑authorization sponsorship is available through the state of montana.
mdt is not enrolled in e‑verify and cannot hire f‑1 stem opt visa candidates.
Security clearance
driver’s record will be verified.
applicants must sign a release authorizing permanent driving record check.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1947
Year Established
The company traces its origins back to the late 1940s, establishing itself as a pioneer in Montana's transportation infrastructure development.
Focuses on building and maintaining highways, bridges, and transit systems to support state mobility.
Projects include road construction, bridge upgrades, and traffic safety improvements.
Specializes in rural and mountainous terrain, adapting solutions to the state's unique geography.
Has a significant role in regional transportation planning, coordinating with federal and local agencies.
Emphasizes innovation in sustainable transportation solutions and safety protocols.
Culture + Values
Provide exceptional customer experience
Sustain a safe and highly effective transportation workforce
Capitalize on innovation
Maintain department assets
Plan and deliver a resilient transportation system that serves the diverse needs of Montana residents and visitors
Environment + Sustainability
Over $68M Funding
Carbon Reduction Strategy
Secured federal funding aimed at reducing transportation-related CO₂ emissions over five years.
80% Cost Coverage
Public-Private Partnerships
Focus on partnerships covering infrastructure costs for electric vehicle charging stations.
100-Mile Charger Spacing
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Deployment of DC fast chargers on key corridors to ensure convenient charging access.
$43M NEVI Funds
Electric Vehicle Plan
Allocated funds for deploying electric vehicle infrastructure across key transportation corridors.
Statewide strategy includes reducing congestion, expanding non-motorized infrastructure, public transit, fleet electrification, zero-emission construction equipment, and use of sustainable materials.
Committed to replace/consolidate single-occupancy vehicle trips and improve energy efficiency via CRS monitoring and methodology aligned with federal NCRP requirements.
Inclusion & Diversity
August 31
Annual Deadline for Reports
Required annual Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) FHWA 1391 workforce reports must be submitted by this date.
$10,000+
Project Value Threshold
Montana EEO Policy Statements must be displayed on bulletin boards at federal-aid project sites valued at this amount or more.
Contractor Compliance Program enforces Non‑Discrimination and Affirmative Action for all federal‑aid highway project contractors
In‑Job Training provisions aim to increase representation of women, minorities, and disadvantaged individuals into journey‑level highway construction roles