Job Title:
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - LINCOLN
Company: Lewis and Clark County Montana
Location: Lincoln, MT
Created: 2026-03-04
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Description Lewis and Clark County Public Works is hiring an Equipment Operator for Lincoln, MT. Under the general supervision of the Road Manager/Bridge Manager, this position performs road and bridge maintenance and repair. Must live within 30 miles of Lincoln, MT. Position is open until filled and applications will be reviewed weekly. The Road, Bridge, and Sign Divisions are responsible for maintaining County roads and bridges. During the winter they provide County residents with snow removal services such as plowing and sanding. They oversee the design and reconstruction of existing roads and bridges, perform maintenance projects such as pothole repairs, chip seals, striping, signage, safety modifications, drainage and storm water improvements. Benefits Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package! Includes: Health Coverage - 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage; Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees; High Deductible Health Plan - cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees; PureView Health Center - preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents; Retirement plans; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays; Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee; Wellness Screening Incentive; Gym Membership Reimbursement; Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify! Other Benefits Includes: Working in a fast-paced environment; Cost of living increases; Market adjustments; Step based wage increases; Paid parental leave. Requirements The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one (1) year road maintenance or road construction experience. Completion of an established apprenticeship program will be considered equivalent to the educational requirements and consideration will be given to the years of experience required for apprenticeship graduates. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license.