Snow Equipment Operator

Donovan Property Service is seeking dedicated Snow Equipment Operators for the upcoming winter season in [REGION/SERVICE AREA]. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in keeping customer properties safe and accessible during winter storms by operating plow trucks, loaders, skid steers, and tractors. This is a seasonal, on-call position that offers the opportunity to work with a supportive crew, utilize modern digital tracking tools, and take on leadership responsibilities. If you thrive in challenging weather, enjoy working outdoors, and are looking for a role where your efforts make a real difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Operate plow trucks, front-end loaders, skid steers, and/or tractors to clear snow and ice from assigned customer properties.
• Safely tow trailers and load, secure, and unload equipment for transport between job sites.
• Direct a small crew of shovelers to clear walkways, entrances, and other designated areas to company standards.
• Record completed work using designated digital tools, including site photos, timestamps, and notes.
• Complete final site checks to confirm properties are safe, accessible, and cleared to company standards.
• Perform pre- and post-shift equipment checks, including fluid levels and general mechanical condition, and promptly report issues.
• Follow safe operating practices in cold, snowy, and low-visibility conditions, and maintain clear communication with dispatch and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required; Class A or B CDL preferred.
• Experience operating plow trucks, front-end loaders, skid steers, or tractors.
• Ability to perform basic equipment checks and operate equipment safely; a mechanical background is a plus.
• Experience safely towing trailers and loading and securing heavy equipment preferred.
• Comfort learning and using mobile apps or digital tools to document work.
• Ability to lead a small crew with attention to site cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in cold, snowy, and low-visibility conditions.
• Availability for unpredictable, on-call hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as weather requires.
• Reliable transportation to [region/depot address].
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay , with overtime and potential storm-pay premiums.

Benefits

• Referral bonus for each qualified driver referred who is hired and completes the required number of shifts.
• Supportive crew environment with opportunities to lead a small team.

• The summary puts the seasonal, weather-dependent schedule up front so applicants can quickly assess availability while highlighting the supportive crew and leadership responsibilities.
• Responsibilities are grouped into clear, practical tasks covering equipment operation, crew direction, documentation, and safety, making the role easier to scan.
• Qualifications distinguish required skills from preferred credentials, making clear that a CDL, trailer experience, and a mechanical background are not mandatory.