Automotive/Diesel Mechanic-Lewistown

State of Montana • Lewistown, MT

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About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic in Lewistown. The position performs repair and maintenance work on gasoline- and diesel-powered machinery and equipment, fabricates specialized parts, contributes to system design and manufacture, and troubleshoots equipment. Duties include cleaning and inspecting equipment; determining repairs; restoring close tolerances; machining or replacing functional parts, devices, and control instruments; reassembling equipment; and starting, driving, or operating equipment to test its performance. The incumbent must be able to follow maintenance procedures, manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints and drawings, and written and oral instructions to fabricate correctly scaled and assembled components. The work also includes updating equipment and making modifications to support technology, safety, operational benefits, and other departmental goals.

The position is covered by a Career Ladder Advancement Policy (Levels I–IV), with placement and salary based on education and experience. Candidates meeting Level III qualifications receive preference and first consideration, followed by Level II and then Level I candidates. Mechanics/Machinists may advance to Level IV after three years of MDT Mechanic/Machinist Level III experience. The position is posted under the AFSCME Machinists’ bargaining unit agreement; bargaining unit applicants receive preference. Top candidates will be invited to complete a written test, practical test, and behavioral-based interview.

The position requires a valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement, and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Applicants with a learner’s permit have 30 days to obtain the required license. Forklift certification must be obtained within three months after hire. A driver’s record will be verified, and successful applicants must authorize the Department to obtain their permanent driving records. Compliance with state vehicle-use rules and MDT policy is a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Mechanic/Machinist I: Two years of experience with diesel heavy equipment and trucks, light-duty vehicles, or a combination of both.
• Mechanic/Machinist II: Three years of experience with diesel heavy equipment and trucks, light-duty vehicles, or a combination of both.
• Mechanic/Machinist III: Four years of experience with diesel heavy equipment and trucks, light-duty vehicles, or a combination of both, depending on the position.
• Valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement, and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Applicants with a learner’s permit must obtain the required Montana Commercial Operators License within 30 days.
• Forklift certification must be obtained within three months after hire.
• Ability to follow maintenance procedures, manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints and drawings, and written and oral instructions.
• Driver’s record verification and authorization for the Department to obtain permanent driving records.
• Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, State Vehicle Use, and MDT Policy #6.03.001, State Vehicle Use Policy, as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Fabrication and welding experience is desirable.
• Related formal education in gas and diesel vehicles, equipment, or machinery repair and maintenance may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain gasoline- and diesel-powered machinery and equipment.
• Clean and inspect equipment and determine the appropriate course of repair.
• Restore close tolerances, machine or replace functional parts and control instruments, and reassemble equipment.
• Start, drive, or operate equipment and devices to test performance.
• Fabricate specialized parts and correctly scaled, assembled components using manufacturers’ instructions, blueprints, drawings, and written or oral instructions.
• Contribute to system design and manufacture, troubleshoot equipment, update equipment, and fabricate modifications for technology, safety, operational benefits, and departmental goals.
• Follow established maintenance procedures.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, effective on the 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 through deferred compensation.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
• A culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed