Snowplow Operator

Job Scope:

The Snowplow Operator participates in a team setting to safely and effectively clear snow and manage risk associated with snow/ice. The incumbent is expected to perform snow removal duties with a focus on quality and timely execution.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate trucks and loaders with mounted snowplows or pushers in a safe, productive, responsible, and efficient manner following all recommended operating procedures
• Prepare and show up for shifts free from the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medicines that have an effect on safe and productive equipment operation
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and maintenance on assigned all vehicles and equipment.
• Operate salters, heavy equipment, and plow trucks to remove contamination
• Safely remove snow, ice, and slush from the parking area, pathways, and other assigned areas
• Pile snow in designated and approved locations only
• Control ice accumulations at jobsites with the safe and responsible use of de-icing agents (salt, treated salt, liquids, or other de-icing chemicals)

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work safely near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

Required Education and Experience:

• Must have a valid US driver's License with at least 3 years of  experience- approvals and final decision is subjected to our automobile  insurance carrier's criteria
• Respond in a timely manner (within 30 minutes) when called to assist in snow plowing
• Must be comfortable working with and operating heavy equipment
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. repeatedly
• Work outdoors in various conditions including extreme cold, rain, dust, noise, and wet conditions

Compensation: $30.00 p/h