Maintenance Worker 1

State of Montana • Charlo, MT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.
Announcement:
Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.
Resume
References
Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on April 5th, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.
Special Information:
This position may be eligible for a statutory base pay increase of $1.00 an hour effective July 1, 2026.
Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).
A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.
Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.
Specific Job Information:
Employee must be able to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions. Employee must be able to perform hard physical labor including heavy lifting, digging, and repetitive motions.
The season runs from April 01, 2026, to September 15, 2026. The work shift is primarily daytime Monday through Friday, but some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
Charlo Montana is a small rural community located in Lake County. Offering views of the Mission Mountains and National Bison Range. Flathead Lake, the Flathead River, numerous nearby mountain lakes provide ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, and outdoor opportunities. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about outdoor work and conservation. Other cities and towns within an hour drive include Missoula, Polson, Ronan and St. Ignatius providing shopping, dining and healthcare services.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Employee must be able to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Employee must be able to perform hard physical labor including heavy lifting, digging, and repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Minor routine maintenance to facilities by preparing surfaces for painting or staining, changing light bulbs, cleaning gutters and downspouts.
• Maintaining FWP grounds with maintenance of fire rings and campsites and by mowing, weed cutting, hand-pulling weeds, irrigation, raking, shoveling, fertilizing, planting, and pruning to provide the site with safe and appropriate vegetation.
• Assists the public by answering questions, providing area and agency information.
• Follows established procedures and contacts the proper authorities when encountering emergency or law enforcement situations. Collects information and evidence of violations or accidents occurring at the FWP site and documents using standard report forms, establishes communication with local 911/EMS, law enforcement officials, wardens and supervisors.
• Employee will keep detailed records on assigned duties, equipment and supply needs, time worked and submit to work unit office in a timely manner.
• Participates in annual and scheduled training including Standard First Aid and CPR, and safety meetings. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment on all job duties.
• May collect fees and occasionally educate visitors where applicable.
• Always conscientious of equipment use and demonstrates good leadership to other staff by paying extra attention to visitor use areas and cultural and environmental resources while performing job duties.

Benefits

• Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance.
• Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays.
• This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED