Snow Plow/Salt Truck Driver (Canton) - Chauffeur's license and Experience required

About the role

The Snow Truck Driver is responsible for performing all tasks related to snow removal. This on-call, seasonal, part-time overnight position requires availability for shifts ranging from 6 to 12 hours, often scheduled overnight depending on the snow event. Extended hours may be required during major storm events. The season begins with the first measurable snowfall that cannot be handled by the small full-time crew retained year-round. There will be a period between accepting an offer and the first snowfall before work starts. Due to the on-call nature and overnight shifts, there is a zero-tolerance policy for not returning communication or showing up when contacted to work.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of snow removal equipment, including plow and box trucks, ATVs with plows, snow blowers, shovels, and e-pokes (salt spreaders), to ensure safe and efficient clearing of designated areas.
• Work with sidewalk crews to complete snow removal assignments safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

• 3 years of commercial experience using a plow truck or salt truck.
• 3+ years of commercial snow experience using Skid-Steer, Front End Loader, Backhoe, or equivalent vehicles with plows and snow containment boxes.
• A state-issued Chauffeur's license with no restrictions and a clean driving record for at least 10 years.
• 18 years of age or older (21 if operating company-provided vehicles).
• Ability to work well under pressure while observing safety guidelines.
• Must have a smartphone to download and use the attendance tracker app.
• Dependable transportation.
• Attendance at and successful completion of required training, passing a background check, and passing a DOT Physical with Drug Test are mandatory.
• Able to lawfully work in the USA.

Physical Demands

• Lift, push, or carry 50 to 60 pounds without restriction.
• Possess strong stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g., shovels, rakes).
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection).
• If operating a BrightView fleet vehicle: valid driver's license and meet company standards per state motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Maintain required medications for any known allergic reactions at all times.

Work Environment

• Shifts are on-call, ranging from 6 to 12 hours, often overnight depending on the storm event; longer hours may be required for larger storms.
• Season starts on the first snowfall.
• Work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (temperatures above 100°F, below 32°F, various humidity levels).
• Work in direct sunlight for extended periods.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Extended periods of loud noise may be present.
• Exposure to allergens (pollen, ragweed), insects (bees, spiders), and reptiles (lizards, snakes).

Pay

$30–$32 per hour depending on experience; rate is determined when the offer is made by the Hiring Managers.

Schedule

Seasonal, part-time, on-call overnight position for most branches (some branches may have more hours depending on contracts). Shifts are 6–12 hours, often overnight, with extended hours during major storms. Work begins at the first measurable snowfall; there is a gap between offer acceptance and start date. Hiring is time-sensitive and first-come, first-served; interviews are scheduled between 10/16 and end of November or until positions are filled.