Highway Maintenance Section Supervisor A - West Yellowstone
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- 26142437 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
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)
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- 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
- 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)
Other Information
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer.
The panel will evaluate all application materials to determine which top candidates to invite to participate in a behavioral-based interview.
A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with endorsements for air brakes and tankers is required with no restriction for operating a manual transmission. Successful applicant must live or relocate within 30 road miles of the work headquarters and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters.
This position is being posted in accordance with the CRAFTS bargaining unit agreement. Preference will be given first to Bozeman Division bargaining unit applicants. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered at that time.
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.
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.
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, https://www.e-verify.gov
