Snow Equipment Operator

Job summary

Operators are responsible for clearing snow from parking lots, driveways, and entrances using specialized equipment while applying salt and de-icer. They must also perform pre- and post-shift equipment checks and maintain accurate logs of their work.

Job details

❄️ Keep Our Clients Moving This Winter with Whispering Pines Landscaping At Whispering Pines Landscaping, we don’t just maintain landscapes, we craft outdoor experiences. All year round, we keep our clients’ properties safe, accessible and looking their best. As industry leaders known for our high standards and innovative approach, we take pride in our people. We support each team member’s growth with hands-on training, career development opportunities and a supportive team culture. Position: Snow Removal Equipment Operator Season: November 15 to April 15, with the option of full-time, year-round employment Location: Meet at our Orangeville shop and take a company truck to sites within 45 minutes We’re looking for reliable, safety-minded operators to join our Snow Removal Team. If you’re the kind of person who answers the call when the snow starts falling and takes pride in a perfectly cleared lot, we want to hear from you! Why Work With Us? Stand-by pay of 10 hours per week all season, snow or no snow Option for full-time, year-round employment with our landscape team Group benefits after 3 months for year round employees Annual profit-sharing opportunities for year round employees Overtime pay after 44 hours Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Paid apprenticeship & training programs available for year round employees Statutory holiday pay after probation Monthly team-building & company-wide events What You’ll Be Doing Respond promptly when called in by our Snow Area Supervisors Plow parking lots, driveways, laneways and entrances using plow trucks, tractors and skid steers Apply salt and de-icer with truck-mounted salters to keep sites safe Work your route by priority so high-traffic properties are open first Stack snow in approved areas, keeping drainage, sightlines and fire routes clear Return to sites during long or heavy storms to keep them clear Do pre- and post-shift equipment checks and report any damage or maintenance needs Flag site hazards and extra work opportunities to the Area Supervisors Keep accurate timecards and site logs for billing Follow all safety protocols, including at night and in low visibility What We’re Looking For Valid Ontario G or higher driver’s licence and a clean driving record Experience with plow trucks, tractors, skid steers or salters is an asset. We’ll train the right person! Availability for on-call work, including nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays Reliability: when it snows, you show up Strong work ethic and attention to detail Good judgment and the ability to work independently Good communication & interpersonal skills Eagerness to learn and grow with the company We’re Proud to Be an Equal Opportunity Employer Whispering Pines Landscaping is committed to building an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to Join Our Team? 📩 Apply today and help keep our clients moving all winter with Whispering Pines Landscaping!

What you’ll do

Operators are responsible for clearing snow from parking lots, driveways, and entrances using specialized equipment while applying salt and de-icer. They must also perform pre- and post-shift equipment checks and maintain accurate logs of their work.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Ontario G driver's license with a clean driving record and be available for on-call work including nights and weekends. While experience with heavy equipment is an asset, the company provides training for the right individual.

Benefits

• Stand-by pay
• Group benefits
• Annual profit-sharing
• Overtime pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid apprenticeship
• Training programs
• Statutory holiday pay
• Team-building events

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Snow removal
• Plow truck operation
• Tractor operation
• Skid steer operation
• Salting
• De-icing
• Equipment maintenance
• Safety protocols
• Time management
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong Work Ethic
• Innovation
• Detail Oriented
• Interpersonal Communications
• Landscaping
• Willingness To Learn
• Team Building
• Probation
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Billing
• Plowing
• Snow Removal
• Good Driving Record

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Transportation
• Equipment Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

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