Snow Skid Steer Operator

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic landscaping team and embrace the beauty of winter while helping to keep our community safe and accessible? We are seeking reliable and skilled Snow Skid Steer Operators to join our team. As a Snow Skid Steer Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient snow removal operations for commercial and residential properties. Your responsibilities will include operating skid steers to clear snow from parking lots, driveways, walkways, and other designated areas. You’ll be working in a fast-paced, outdoor environment and need to adapt to changing weather conditions.

Possibility of continued employment into the Green Season as part of our Landscape Maintenance or Landscape Construction crews beginning April through November.

Responsibilities:

· Operate skid steer loaders and other snow removal equipment safely and efficiently.

· Clear snow and ice accumulations from both residential and commercial jobsites in designated areas using skid steers, equipment, and related attachments, shovels, snow-blowers, backpack blowers, salt spreaders, and bagged salt.

· Pile snow in designated and approved locations only.

· Take before and after photos of each site.

· Take photos of any piles made on site, notify snow supervisor, and remove from site within 24 hours.

· Load, secure/strap down, and unload equipment and materials from trucks and trailers ensuring safe transport.

· Perform pre-shift inspections and maintain equipment fitness and safety compliance.

· Dress for the weather and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

· Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers to ensure smooth operations.

Shifts and Schedules:

· Snow clearing shifts are varied and can include late evening and night start times.

· Longer hours and weekend shifts when required.

· Must be flexible with shift times.· Availability on short notice.

· Monitor weather forecast to anticipate incoming weather events.

Requirements:

· Legally authorized to work in Canada.

· Valid Saskatchewan class 5 license with G Endorsement.

· Availability for longer hours and weekends when needed.

· Reliable transportation to and from work.

· Ability to work shifts with flexible timings including late evenings and night start times.

· Reliable and punctual, with a flexible schedule to accommodate varying snowfall patterns.

· Ability to read and interpret maps.

· Physical fitness and the ability to perform strenuous tasks in cold weather conditions.

· Effective English communication skills (both verbal and written).

· Ability to follow safe working procedures.

· Good observation skills and attention to detail.

· Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team.

· Snow removal experience is an asset.

Work Conditions:

· Various locations including both residential and commercial sites.

· Extremely flexible working hours, including nights, weekend, and holiday work.

· Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Work safely near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis.

· Work outdoors in various conditions including extreme cold, rain, dust, noise, and wet conditions.

Join Us:

If you're a skilled Snow Skid Steer Operator with a commitment to safety and reliability, we invite you to apply for this position and be a part of our landscaping and snow removal crew that's dedicated to making winter safer and more manageable for everyone!

Job Type:

• Seasonal

Pay:

• $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• On call

• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Skid Steer Operating: 1 year (required)

Language:

• Fluent English (required)

License/Certification:

• G Endorsement / 3A or 1A License / Tickets (preferred)

• Driver's License (required)

Work Location:

• In person