Snow Removal Operator (Equipment Operator 2) Mt. Spokane

State of Washington•Spokane County – Other, WA

41d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of heavy equipment including snowplows, snow blowers, graders, excavators, and loaders during the Winter Recreation use season at Mount Spokane State Park. The Equipment Operator 2 will plow and clear the main mountain road and adjacent parking areas for visitors to have safe access to the Nordic, Alpine, and snowshoe recreation areas of the park.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment such as large tractors, graders, bulldozer, excavator with the various attachments, snowplows, and 5–12-yard dump trucks which requires knowledge of rules of safe operation of equipment, state motor vehicle laws and heavy equipment rules
A valid driver's license
A Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from WA, OR, or ID must be obtained by the position start date, December 1st, 2026.
The ability to take action to learn and grow.
The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Nice To Haves

Experience plowing and using heavy equipment in winter and mountainous conditions.
Ability to work independently with accountability to team and park.
Ability to communicate with the public respectfully and effectively.
Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Performs roadway and parking lot snow removal and maintenance in State Parks and facilities: Proficiently operates the following equipment on a two-lane road that, at times, will have heavy traffic: 12-yard dump truck with snowplow and sander, graders, front-end loaders, excavators, load-mounted snow blowers and truck mounted snow blower.
Performs removal of trees and other debris from roadways and parking areas that encumber visitor use.
Maintains heavy equipment: Assists with maintenance on blowers, snowplows, sanders, front end loader, grader, and other equipment; performs basic maintenance functions and troubleshoots problems.
Assists with welding work, part repair, and replacement.
Breaks down equipment at end of season to include cleaning equipment, replacing filters, competing repairs and preparing equipment for summer storage; breaks down and cleans up shop; and transitions area from winter operations to summer operations.
Assists with basic park winter maintenance needs: Assists with trail clearing, including tree removal, and snow removal from buildings and walkways, which may require hand shoveling for long periods.
Performs basic repairs to park facilities and assists with other construction projects as directed by supervisor.
Performs administrative duties regarding equipment use and time management: Completes accurately and timely, time keeping records, and other agency documents, as assigned, including, but not limited to timesheets, fuel logs, equipment maintenance logs, equipment use logs, equipment repair logs, and supply needs.