The*Montana Department of Transportation*is recruiting for a*Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Miles City Shop*. This position performs a variety of work associated with the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel machinery and equipment, fabrication of specialized parts, system design and manufacture, and troubleshooting. Cleans, inspects, and determines course of repair, including restoring close tolerances with accuracy, machining and/or replacing functional parts, devices and control instruments, reinstalls and assembles, starts, drives or operates equipment and devices to test performance. The incumbent must have the ability to follow maintenance procedures,manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints and drawings, and written/oral instructions. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. *For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Joyce Ayre at**jayre@mt.gov*** *_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 forPublic 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 Education, Trade Knowledge, and Experience required to perform the duties of this position are: *Mechanic/Machinist III*– Starting Pay - $30.097 * Four years’ (4) of experience in diesel heavy equipment and truck or four (4) years of experience in light duty vehicles; OR combination of each depending on position. Fabrication and welding experience is desirable. *Mechanic/Machinist II* - Starting Pay - $29.597 * Three years’ (3) experience in diesel heavy equipment and truck or three years’ experience in light duty vehicles or a combination of each. *Mechanic/Machinist I*- Starting Pay - $29.097 * Two years’ (2) experience in diesel heavy equipment and truck; or two years’ experience in light duty vehicles or a combination of each. 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 a permit with the ability to obtain the full license within 30 days of hire. Related formal education in gas and diesel vehicle, equipment or machinery repair and maintenance may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. *Additional Information* * This position is covered under a Career Ladder Advancement Policy (Level I-IV) Applicants meeting qualifications for a level III Mechanic/Machinist will be given preference and first consideration. Mechanics starting at Level III may advance in pay to a level IV with three years of MDT level III experience. Education and experience will determine placement and salary. * Heavy equipment repair and servicing are subject to and not limited to: Dump trucks, plows, loaders, graders excavators, skid steers, fork lifts, side dump trailers, flat bed trailers. * Top candidates will be invited to participate in a written test, practical test, and behavioral-based interview prior to final selection. * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer. * Successful applicant’s residence must be reasonably accessible to work location. * MDT is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program, our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. * This position is being posted in accordance with the AFSMCE bargaining unit agreement. * 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. * Your online application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative; jayre@mt.gov * First review is scheduled for September 17, 2024; if needed, every two weeks following. **Title:** *Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Miles City* **Location:** *Miles City* **Requisition ID:** *24142364*