Maintenance Team Supervisor

State of Montana•Helena, MT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Helena Maintenance Team Supervisor plays a key leadership role within the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Division as part of the Region 4 maintenance team. Working closely with the Region 4 Maintenance Manager, Stewardship Bureau Chief, and regional staff, this position identifies maintenance needs, develops workflows for routine tasks, and helps set priorities for major maintenance projects in the Helena area. The supervisor provides direct oversight of Maintenance Worker I and II staff and ensures accurate and consistent record keeping of maintenance activities. The supervisor is responsible for planning, coordinating, overseeing, and inspecting maintenance work across a wide range of facilities and infrastructure. This includes maintaining, repairing, and constructing buildings and structures; managing equipment fleets; and ensuring all work is completed in a proactive, sustainable manner. Areas of oversight include: Infrastructure such as vault latrines, historic structures, campgrounds, picnic shelters, docks, boat ramps, fences, paved and gravel roads, parking areas, and paved or aggregate trails Managing and executing service contracts, including verifying vendor licensing, insurance coverage, and compliance with all applicable requirements Directional, informational, and interpretive signage and kiosks Maintenance shop facilities and associated tools, equipment, and systems Habitat‑related maintenance including farming, tree planting, mowing, operation of large‑scale irrigation systems, and noxious weed control. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with regional maintenance staff, recreation managers, biologists, game wardens, and other agency personnel. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. The supervisor must be skilled at building positive working relationships and applying effective supervisory and management principles.

Requirements

Understanding of weed management methods (chemical, biological, and mechanical)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, and ServiceNow
Working knowledge of general maintenance and construction practices, including carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical work, and engine repair
Strong knowledge of safety protocols, traffic regulations, PPE use, proper towing procedures, and the ability to train staff accordingly
Experience using and maintaining a range of tools and heavy/light construction equipment, along with the ability to train staff in equipment operation
Class 4 AB State of Montana Certification for water and waste-water operators, Basic First Aid/CPR certification, and Government Pesticide Applicator’s license are required for this position.
Ability to acquire the proper license/certification and maintain through continuing education and re-certification testing.
Combination of education and experience equivalent to a 2-year degree/training in maintenance, Industrial Arts, Natural Resource Management, Engineering Technology, Mechanics, Land Management, or a related field and/or at least 5 years of general facilities maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Identifies maintenance needs.
Develops workflows for routine tasks.
Helps set priorities for major maintenance projects in the Helena area.
Provides direct oversight of Maintenance Worker I and II staff.
Ensures accurate and consistent record keeping of maintenance activities.
Plans, coordinates, oversees, and inspects maintenance work across a wide range of facilities and infrastructure.
Maintains, repairs, and constructs buildings and structures.
Manages equipment fleets.
Ensures all work is completed in a proactive, sustainable manner.
Manages and executes service contracts, including verifying vendor licensing, insurance coverage, and compliance with all applicable requirements.
Oversees directional, informational, and interpretive signage and kiosks.
Oversees maintenance shop facilities and associated tools, equipment, and systems.
Oversees habitat-related maintenance including farming, tree planting, mowing, operation of large-scale irrigation systems, and noxious weed control.