Highway Maintenance Section Supervisor A - West Yellowstone

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Highway Maintenance Section Supervisor A for the Duck Creek/West Yellowstone Section. They are responsible for planning and delivering maintenance projects (e.g., pavement overlays, bridge repairs, chip seals, drainage systems, winter road maintenance, etc.) involving multiple safety, engineering, and environmental considerations. The scope of duties includes coordinating and performing various maintenance projects; coordinating Section operations; supervision and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The incumbent reports to the Division Maintenance Superintendent and provides supervision for the Section Maintenance staff (this includes permanent and temporary employees). The West Yellowstone/Duck Creek Section Supervisor schedule is primarily a day job, but call-ins regularly occur, and schedule may be adjusted as needed.

RV pad with full hook ups available on site and MDT is exploring the option for onsite housing in the future.

For a full job description, please contact Shirley Cortright at shcortright@mt.gov

This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

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

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 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 Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Application Materials:

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history

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

If you need accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above.

Required Education and Experience:

• Five (5) years of construction/field maintenance-related experience
• AND six (6) months of direct or one (1) year of indirect supervisory experience, preferably maintenance, construction, or another relevant field
• AND a valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC)

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in: Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Business Management, Business Administration, or Public Administration
• AND one (1) year of work-related experience
• AND six (6) months of direct or one (1) year of indirect supervisory experience, preferably maintenance, construction, or another relevant field</