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The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is a vital governmental agency dedicated to the stewardship of Montana's land and water resources. Their mission focuses on ensuring these resources benefit both present and future generations. The DNRC operates with a deep commitment to environmental sustainability, natural resource management, and public accountability. They recognize their employees as their most valuable asset, providing them with the necessary training, tools, and professional autonomy to effectively carry out the agency's mission. This empowering work environment promotes both team collaboration and individual expertise, fostering a workplace that values mutual respect, accountability, and pride in accomplishments. Specifically, the Forestry and Trust Land Division within the DNRC plays a critical role in managing Montana's forests and trust lands. This division is responsible for protecting forest health, implementing forestry programs, fire protection efforts, and managing trust land to support current and future resource benefits. Their headquarters in Missoula coordinate efforts among field offices statewide, ensuring comprehensive resource management across Montana. Employees in this division adhere to core values such as respect, collaboration, strong relationship building, accountability, and celebrating successes. These principles underpin their efforts to sustain Montana's natural heritage and meet their accountability to the public. The Mechanical Equipment Specialist role is integral to supporting the DNRC's operational effectiveness by maintaining the extensive fleet of vehicles and specialized equipment used across various DNRC divisions and field locations. This journey-level mechanic position is tasked with performing mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, welding, fabrication, and painting on a broad range of equipment that includes fire vehicles, diesel and gasoline engines, generators, chainsaws, and other machinery. The mechanical work ensures the safety, reliability, and readiness of essential equipment used in forestry and fire management programs. The position requires skills in advanced diagnostics, mechanical repairs, welding techniques, and equipment maintenance. This role supports the DNRC’s mission by safeguarding equipment that is crucial for natural resource management and emergency response across Montana’s diverse terrain. The Mechanical Equipment Specialist operates from several locations statewide, including the Equipment Development and Communications Center, Northwestern Land Office, Southwestern Land Office, Central Land Office, Southern Land Office, and the Seedling Nursery. The position demands physical endurance and the capability to work under challenging conditions, including nighttime operations and fire suppression support. Candidates for this position need to have considerable experience and knowledge in automotive and diesel technology, mechanical engineering fields, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in welding, fabricating parts, repairing electrical systems, and maintaining an organized parts inventory is essential. The DNRC values applicants who are dedicated, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with others to uphold the agency’s high standards for resource conservation and safety. Employment with the DNRC offers comprehensive benefits such as paid vacation, sick leave, health insurance, retirement plans, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness, reflecting the department’s commitment to employees’ well-being and professional growth. Physical fitness and an ability to meet department guidelines for fire suppression duty are requisite aspects of this role. Candidates must also hold a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in the United States. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the conservation of Montana’s natural resources, combining technical mechanical expertise with public service.

• Associate degree in automotive or diesel technology or related mechanical engineering field
• or 2 years journey level mechanic experience
• strong mechanical repair and diagnostic skills
• ability to perform welding and fabrication
• ability to maintain records and parts inventory
• ability to lift up to 100 lbs with or without accommodation
• ability to operate motor vehicles in all conditions including night driving
• ability to obtain certification in forklift and heavy equipment operation
• must meet Department guidelines for physical fitness and fire suppression duty
• valid driver’s license
• eligibility to work in the United States