Part Time Snow Plow Driver

Town of Branford. • Branford, CT

3d • $0 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs snow plowing, snow removal, and ice-control work to maintain safe access to Town roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and other municipal properties. Operates assigned vehicles, snow-removal equipment, and tools safely and efficiently. Equipment assignments are based on the employee’s driver’s license, qualifications, training, and demonstrated ability.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe driving practices and the hazards associated with operating vehicles during snow and ice conditions.
• Knowledge of snow-plowing techniques, ice-control methods, and basic vehicle and equipment care.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment safely in poor visibility, slippery conditions, and confined areas.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, route maps, and safety procedures.
• Ability to recognize hazards and equipment problems and communicate them promptly.
• Ability to maintain attention, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to changing conditions.
• Relevant experience operating trucks, plow-equipped vehicles, or snow-removal equipment sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform assigned duties safely.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate to the assigned vehicles and driving record acceptable to the Town.
• For CDL assignments, must possess and maintain the appropriate commercial driver’s license and endorsements.
• Must meet applicable medical qualification and drug and alcohol testing requirements for the assignment.
• Must be available for weather-related call-ins and able to report reliably for assigned shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous municipal or commercial snow-plowing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Branford roads is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates assigned plow-equipped vehicles to clear snow from designated roads, parking lots, and municipal properties.
• Applies salt, sand, and other approved ice-control materials using assigned spreading equipment and established application procedures.
• Follows assigned routes and priorities; reports inaccessible areas, hazardous conditions, and incomplete work to the supervisor.
• Performs vehicle and equipment inspections before and after use, checking items such as lights, tires, fluid levels, plow attachments, and safety equipment.
• Assists with preparing vehicles and equipment for storm response, including checking attachments, replenishing materials, and cleaning equipment after use.
• Responds to weather-related call-ins and works assigned shifts, which may include nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Uses required personal protective equipment and follows Town safety procedures.
• Performs other related snow-removal and winter-maintenance duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed