What are the responsibilities and job description for the Working Shop Foreman - Great Falls position at Montana Department of Transportation?
Position Title: Working Shop Foreman
Description
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Working Shop Foreman/Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Great Falls Shop. This position works in the repair and maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment, gas and diesel, works with pumps, motors, engines, power trains, tools, vehicles and heavy equipment, welds (gas, arc and wire) cuts metals during repairs or fabrication. This position engineers, designs, and fabricates tools and equipment, modifies existing equipment (Snow Plow Trucks or other equipment) as this will enhance highway maintenance. Advises and provides technical expertise to other shop mechanics in diagnosing equipment problems, determining repairs needed, and course of action to be taken. Inspects and reviews the work as directed by the shop superintendent on a as needed basis.
This position performs a variety of other duties as assigned by the Shop Superintendent in support of the Department mission and Division objectives. This includes exchanging information with consultants, agency staff, and the public; providing training, education, and professional and technical assistance; directing special projects; participating in ongoing training and educational programs; and performing a variety of other duties as directed.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah Peterson at sjpeterson@mt.gov.
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
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Required Education And Experience
Education and experience will substitute on a year for year basis: Minimum of five (5) years of equipment repair and operation experience at journeyman level. Included in these five years are any combination of heavy or light duty repair, examples are cars and pickups, trucks, loaders, motor patrols, track-type tractors, asphalt hot plants, or other heavy equipment used for highway construction or maintenance.
Other Information
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)
This position is being posted in accordance with the Crafts Council Mechanic/Machinist bargaining unit agreement. Bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
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.
Description
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Working Shop Foreman/Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Great Falls Shop. This position works in the repair and maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment, gas and diesel, works with pumps, motors, engines, power trains, tools, vehicles and heavy equipment, welds (gas, arc and wire) cuts metals during repairs or fabrication. This position engineers, designs, and fabricates tools and equipment, modifies existing equipment (Snow Plow Trucks or other equipment) as this will enhance highway maintenance. Advises and provides technical expertise to other shop mechanics in diagnosing equipment problems, determining repairs needed, and course of action to be taken. Inspects and reviews the work as directed by the shop superintendent on a as needed basis.
This position performs a variety of other duties as assigned by the Shop Superintendent in support of the Department mission and Division objectives. This includes exchanging information with consultants, agency staff, and the public; providing training, education, and professional and technical assistance; directing special projects; participating in ongoing training and educational programs; and performing a variety of other duties as directed.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah Peterson at sjpeterson@mt.gov.
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.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Required Education And Experience
- Related associate’s degree / 2 years college / Vocational training
- Three (3) years of equipment repair and operation experience at journeyman level. Included in these three years are any combination of heavy or light duty repair, examples are cars and pickups, trucks, loaders, motor patrols, track-type tractors, asphalt hot plants, or other heavy equipment used for highway construction or maintenance
- A valid Montana CDL (Class A, Type II) is required.
Education and experience will substitute on a year for year basis: Minimum of five (5) years of equipment repair and operation experience at journeyman level. Included in these five years are any combination of heavy or light duty repair, examples are cars and pickups, trucks, loaders, motor patrols, track-type tractors, asphalt hot plants, or other heavy equipment used for highway construction or maintenance.
Other Information
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)
This position is being posted in accordance with the Crafts Council Mechanic/Machinist bargaining unit agreement. Bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
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.