Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker - Distribution & Collection

Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker - Distribution & Collection

Salary

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Location

Public Works Belknap, 2251 Belknap Ave, Billings, MT 59101

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600110

Department

Public Works - Belknap

Division

Public Works Distribution & Collection

Opening Date

05/01/2026

• Description
• Benefits

"Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis."

Position Overview

Salary Range:

Maintenance Worker: $21.1230 - $28.3046/hour

Equipment Operator: $24.7684 - $33.1895/hour

Salary reflects Step 1 and Step 7 of a 7-step pay scale. Salary at hiring will be dependent upon the applicants education, experience, and training.

Work Schedule:

Summer Hours: Monday through Thursday, or Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Winter Hours: Monday through Friday, 7-30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Required Attachments for Application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing a full range of maintenance duties on city buildings, equipment or grounds and/or operating a variety of equipment.

Scope of Responsibility:

Maintenance Worker: Incumbent performs most of the maintenance duties required of the Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker, but is not expected to function at the same skill level, operates less equipment, and usually exercises less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Incumbent is usually supervised while working and work fits an established structure or pattern.

Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker: Incumbent performs full range of duties as assigned, operates full range of small and medium heavy equipment, works independently and exercises judgment and initiative. Incumbent receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the division. Under typical circumstances, incumbent has advanced from the Maintenance Worker position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Repair and Maintenance

• Checks tires, oil lubricant, water levels, lights and fuel; washes lubricates and adjusts equipment; changes tires.
• Maintains shop and storage areas used in performing assigned tasks; maintains cleanliness of work area and tools.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Duties

Public Utilities

• Requires ability to operate dump trucks, sewer jets, front-end loaders, closed-circuit television units, service trucks, flusher trucks, cranes, snowplow and pumps.
• Maintains, inspects and constructs water lines, wastewater lines, manholes, hydrants, valves, and lift stations.
• Cleans wastewater lines and unclogs sewer line stoppages; inspects sewer lines.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Skills/Qualifications for Maintenance Worker:

• Two (2) years of related work experience in construction and maintenance work including (1) year of experience operating light and medium equipment
• Possession of a State of Montana, Class A, Type 1 commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement, no air brake restriction, or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of employment

Required Skills/Qualifications for Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker

• Three (3) years of related work experience in construction and maintenance work including two (2) years of experience operating light and medium equipment
• Possession of a State of Montana, Class A, Type 1 commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement, no air brake restriction

Preferred Skills/Qualifications for Maintenance Worker and Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker

• High school diploma or GED

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Requires heavy physical effort, moving over 75 pounds, on an intermittent basis (less than 15% of the time). Requires moderate attention to detail or deadlines on a frequent basis (between 45% and 70% of the time). Work requires exposure to disagreeable elements, at least one of which is intense, on an occasional basis (between 15% and 45% of the time).

Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The City retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

The City of Billings offers a complete benefits package to our full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement/pensions, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The City offers life and long term disability insurance to all full-time employees. Optional plans are available for employees that include health savings account, flexible spending account, and 457 deferred compensation accounts.

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Benefits-at-a-Glance

Employer City of Billings

Address 316 North 26th Street

Billings, Montana, 59101

Phone 4062376210

Website https://billingsmt.gov