Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker - Street/Traffic

Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker - Street/Traffic

Salary

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Location

Billings Operations Center, 4848 Midland Rd., Billings, MT 59101

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600217

Department

Public Works Department

Division

Public Works Street/Traffic

Opening Date

09/17/2026

• Description
• Benefits

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

Position Overview

Salary Range:

• Maintenance Worker: $21.8623 - $27.8695/hour
• Equipment Operator: $25.6353 - $32.6792/hour
• Salary reflects Step 1 and Step 6 of a 7-step pay scale. Salary at hiring will be dependent upon the applicants education, experience, and training.

Work Schedule:

• Regular: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Summer Schedule: Four (4) 10-hour shifts, varied days

Required Application Attachments:

• 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.

Maintains shop and storage areas used in performing assigned tasks; maintains cleanliness of work area and tools.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Duties

Streets

• Maintains and constructs streets and alleys, including paving, patching, crack sealing, concrete work, removing obstructions and laying gravel. Operates a variety of equipment including motor grader, roller, de-ice truck, large front-end loader, backhoe, storm sewer truck, and paint striper dependant upon assignment.
• Fabricates, installs and maintains sign and traffic control devices.
• Maintains and repairs storm sewers and drains.
• Maintains winter streets by plowing, removing snow, sanding, de-icing, and snow blowing.
• Cleans city streets and alleys by removing brush, leaves and other debris and by trimming and removing trees.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Skills/Qualifications for Maintenance Worker:

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible construction and maintenance work operating light and medium equipment and trucks
• Possession of a State of Montana Class A Type 2 commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of employment

Required Skills/Qualifications for Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker:

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible construction and maintenance work operating light and medium equipment and trucks
• Possession of a State of Montana Class A Type 2 commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement

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