Snow CDL Truck Driver

MAINSCAPE INC•Town of Rutland, NY

50d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a wide variety of snow and ice removal functions related to but not limited to plowing, snow blowing, shoveling, and spreading of materials. The essential general duties and responsibilities are listed below. Other duties may be assigned. General: Able to work in and around various snow and ice removal settings including direct contact with salt/ice melt materials and exposure to noise and adverse weather conditions. Communicate with lead people progress of tasks. Driver’s license preferred.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and meet all applicable state-mandated labor laws.
1-year experience in landscape industry preferred.
Knowledge of Mainscape Standards of Excellence.
Ability to comprehend instructions.
Ability to use assigned tools and equipment in a proper/safe manner.
Ability to become proficient in the use of basic snow and ice removal hand tools: snow shovels, ice scrapers, salt/ice melt spreader.
Ability to become proficient in the use of basic power equipment used for snow removal: snow blowers, skid steers, UTV’s, trucks, and front end loaders.
Ability to assist in keeping the job site tidy/safe.
Ability to become proficient in loading and unloading of truck and trailer used in snow and ice removal operations.
Must have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) class B with Airbrake Endorsement.
Must possess a USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate or be able to pass a physical examine in order to obtain one.
Ability to communicate with lead people regarding progress of tasks.
Regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body in order to be able to work in various positions including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting, and walking for extended periods of time.
Able to reach over head with hands and arms; climb or balance.
Able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Able to lift, pull, and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
Able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Maintain physical fitness level necessary to complete assigned job tasks.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Driver’s license preferred.
Learn the layout of property and associated hazards.
Learn snow dump locations.
Learn snow equipment controls and proper operation.
Learn to identify malfunctions and perform basic maintenance of assigned snow equipment.
Learn equipment fueling procedures.
Learn proper shoveling techniques.
Learn proper rate of application of salt/ice melt according to conditions.
Be able to learn and identify hyper-care/high priority areas and be able to continually maintain.
Thorough knowledge of proper PPE.
Ability to safely use snow removal equipment.
Knowledge of safe driving techniques in snow and ice conditions.
Knowledge of appropriate clothing for the weather conditions that he/ she will be exposed to.

Responsibilities

Operate all snow and ice removal equipment with the skill to exceed customer expectations.
Report equipment in need of repair.
Identify broken, poorly running, and misused equipment, fill out appropriate repair tag.
Understand and practice safety in all work circumstances.
Wear appropriate PPE at all times.
Have a neat and clean appearance.
Conduct yourself in a professional manor at all times.
Wear Mainscape uniforms while at work and dress in layers.
Operate single stage snow blower, 2-stage snow blower, and snow blower skid steer attachment.
Operate straight blade, V-blade, push box, Kage unit, grader blade, and wing blade for plowing.
Operate walk behind spreaders, broadcast spreaders, and drop spreaders for material spreading.
Perform shoveling, ice scraping, hand spreading of material, and roof raking.
Safely use cleaning supplies and solvents.
Work in residential and commercial areas.
Safely use snow removal equipment.
Drive safely in snow and ice conditions.
Wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Load and unload trucks and trailers used in snow and ice removal operations.
Perform regular safety inspections on vehicles and trailers.
Adhere to company policies, standards, and safety guidelines.
Work with other employees as a team.
Meet or exceed company production rates and standards set forth.