What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring / Fall CDL Driver position at Montana Department of Transportation?
Position Title: Spring / Fall CDL Driver
Description
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Seasonal CDL Driver. The seasonal CDL driver employee will support the section's permanent Data and Statistics’ staff in the functional operation of the tractor trailer including pre-operational safety checks, scheduling regular service and repair work, adding fluids, etc. Calibration activities are conducted in the spring and fall.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah Peterson at sjpeterson@mt.gov
Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:
Minimum of one year of experience driving a heavy truck or operating a snowplow.
Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.
Other Education, Training, Certification, Or Licensing Required
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.
Valid Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC).
Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
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.
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.
This position belongs to the MFPE bargaining unit. The successful candidate will receive more information about the union and the option to join the union during the onboarding process. MDT MFPE bargaining unit members will have preference.
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.
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.
Description
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Seasonal CDL Driver. The seasonal CDL driver employee will support the section's permanent Data and Statistics’ staff in the functional operation of the tractor trailer including pre-operational safety checks, scheduling regular service and repair work, adding fluids, etc. Calibration activities are conducted in the spring and fall.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah Peterson at sjpeterson@mt.gov
Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Minimum of one year of experience driving a heavy truck or operating a snowplow.
Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.
Other Education, Training, Certification, Or Licensing Required
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.
Valid Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC).
Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
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.
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.
This position belongs to the MFPE bargaining unit. The successful candidate will receive more information about the union and the option to join the union during the onboarding process. MDT MFPE bargaining unit members will have preference.
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.
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.
