"Currently we have 12 snowplows for the Bozeman-Gateway area. To be fully staffed we would need closer to 28," explained Ted Jones, MDT maintenance chief.

Jones advises commuters on safe winter driving: "Be prepared, check before you go. Check the weather forecast, use the MDT 511 map. Give the plows room to work and be aware of rapidly changing weather patterns. Make driving your vehicle priority number one." Rugged Tablet For Agriculture

As MDT works through staffing issues, Jones says, "There will probably be a slight delay in getting to some of the roads just because of the lack of personnel but we just ask for everybody’s patience. We’ll get to those roads."

In Vehicle MDT If you’re interested in becoming a plow driver, check out the MDT career website.