Maintenance Crew Leader (P) - Richey

Performs a variety of work as a laborer, equipment operator, and truck driver in conjunction with supervisory duties as a crew leader while coordinating special maintenance projects such as: culvert placement and installation; landslide removal; herbicide application; crack sealing; fence building or bridge repair; guardrail or sign installation; roadway repair; vegetation and roadside maintenance; striping operations; winter road maintenance operations. Knowledge and understanding of the union contracts and environmental procedures. A working knowledge of the MUTCD, standard drawings and traffic control operations. Contract administration in conjunction with contracted pavement overlays, chip sealing, crack sealing and striping projects. Plans and assigns on-site work procedures and instructs and monitors employees equipment operations and maintenance procedures; performs field inspections of utility and approach installations and monitors encroachments; inspects section to assess needs and informs supervisor of additional material, manpower or equipment needs; informs supervisor of any unusual problems; completes, analyzes and makes adjustments to maintenance management reports; computer knowledge to utilize the Remote Weather information sites, MMS, and e-mail. Assumes the Field Maintenance Supervisor A position on an as needed basis and performs all related work with this position.

This position will be assigned to a remote section site (satellite) in Richey within the Circle section working independently and being removed from the day-to-day operations of the section headquarters. Performs related work as required.

Special Information:

The Montana Department of transportation is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program, our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Offer of employment is contingent upon undergoing pre-employment testing for controlled substances.

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 # 3-0134, "Addendum to Rick Management and Tort Defense Division State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

Successful applicant must live or relocate within 30 road miles of the assigned maintenance section and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters. No moving agreement will be offered.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement.

Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, then non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicant will have preference.

Successful applicant will be required to join the AFSCME union.

To Apply:

Only electronic applications will be accepted. All required additional materials must be submitted by closing date. If you need assistance in completing the online application, please contact your local job service . If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

To be considered for this position, you must submit your online application before midnight on the closing date. If you provide an e-mail address on your application, all correspondence will be sent to that e-mail address.

All documents for required establishing preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents.

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.

If you would like a copy of the Job Profile, please send an e-mail to:

Joyce Ayre, jayre@mt.gov .



Qualifications:



Required to perform the duties of this position are three years of experience in a highway maintenance environment. Requires knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment typically assigned to a section; basic math and record keeping procedures and techniques; MMS and policies and procedures of the Department. Requires the ability to supervise effectively; to elicit cooperation from employees and the public; to communicate effectively.

A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with endorsements for air brakes and tankers is required.

Physical Demands : Must be able to perform moderate physical activity in lifting, carrying, and/or operating the tools, equipment and materials listed above. Must work in all types of weather conditions, dirt, dust, moisture, temperature, and fumes

MDT Core Competencies:

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability/Flexibility

Workplace Safety

Problem Solving/ Decision Making

Personal Accountability

Leadership/Developmental Orientation



Eligible Training Assignment:

22.80