Deicer / Salt Operator Supervisor

Deicer / Salt Operator Supervisor

Location: Central New York (CNY Area)

Job Type: Seasonal

About J and R Property Services

At J and R Property Services, our team is what sets us apart. We take pride in delivering exceptional service while maintaining a strong culture built on teamwork, professionalism, safety, and respect. Every team member plays an important role in our success, and we appreciate employees who are willing to step up when winter weather arrives.

As a Deicer / Salt Operator Supervisor, you'll oversee daily deicing operations, support your crew in the field, ensure commercial properties are treated according to contract specifications, and maintain communication with management throughout every winter event.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Deicer / Salt Operators during snow and ice events.
• Coordinate daily routes to ensure commercial properties are treated safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Operate salt trucks and deicing equipment as needed to support your team.
• Monitor weather forecasts and changing pavement conditions to determine treatment priorities.
• Ensure all assigned properties are serviced according to customer contracts and company standards.
• Respond to snow dispatches within 30 minutes of being contacted, use dispatch app to notify crews, and follow up with team members who do not respond.
• Conduct pre-shift safety meetings and equipment inspections.
• Ensure trucks, spreaders, and deicing equipment are fueled, calibrated, maintained, and ready for operation before and after every storm.
• Continuously train, mentor, and coach new operators while promoting safe operating procedures.
• Maintain communication with the Deicer / Salt Manager regarding route progress, staffing, equipment issues, and customer concerns.
• Verify accurate service documentation using smartphones and route management software.
• Report accidents, equipment failures, property damage, and safety concerns immediately.
• Enforce all company policies, procedures, DOT regulations (when applicable), and safety standards.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid New York State Driver's License
• Previous experience operating salting, deicing, or snow removal equipment required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to look over shoulder, twist, and turn body/neck repeatedly for long hours
• Ability to safely operate equipment in snow, ice, and low-visibility conditions
• Ability to work extended hours during snow events
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to be on call to work variable hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Reliable transportation to report for work
• Must own and be able to use a smartphone for service documentation
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail