District Materials Supervisor-Billings

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a /District Materials Lab Supervisor/in Billings. This position is responsible for directing and overseeing district materials operations and activities throughout all phases of highway construction projects. Duties include project planning and development, preconstruction and construction project management, district materials administration, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The incumbent reports to the District Construction Engineer and provides direct supervision for district materials lab staff. For a full job description, please contact Lori Edgar at ledgar@mt.gov. Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include: · Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance o For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance o Benefits apply on first day of employment o Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families · State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) · Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays · Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Required Application Materials: A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience: The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in highway construction and/or materials. A minimum of one (1) year of supervision or team lead experience. Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: This position requires extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of materials inspection, sampling, testing, and analysis; physical sciences; properties and characteristics of a variety of materials; major project development, management, and budgeting methods; new and established sampling and laboratory testing protocols and procedures; state, federal, AASHTO, FHWA, and ASTM testing standards, procedures, and project specifications; methods and techniques of highway construction; extensive knowledge of various site-specific characteristics and their potential effects on construction projects (e.g., soils, temperature, weather conditions, gradations, segregation, stability, flows, additives, absorption rates, etc.); operations of various hot plants (e.g., drum dryers, batch plants, etc.); safety practices and procedures to ensure contractor operations comply with OSHA regulations and ensure safe working conditions for the contractor and department personnel; and contract law and claims management. Supervisory responsibilities require knowledge of Department and State personnel procedures and policies, employment law, rules and regulations, program requirements, and personnel management practices and techniques. Other Information Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, “State Vehicle Use,” and MDT Policy #6.03.001, “State Vehicle Use Policy” are conditions of employment. 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. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Title: District Materials Supervisor-Billings Location: Billings Requisition ID: 24142753