Snow Removal Crew Member

MAINSCAPE INC•Town of Rutland, NY

1d•$17 - $19

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.

Requirements

Employee must be at least 18 years of age and meet all applicable state-mandated labor laws
1-year experience in snow removal preferred
Knowledge of Mainscape Standards of Excellence
Ability to comprehend instructions
Use assigned tools and equipment in proper/safe manner
Become proficient in the use of basic snow and ice removal hand tools: snow shovels, ice scrapers, salt/ice melt spreader
Become proficient in the use of basic power equipment used for snow removal: snow blowers, skid steers, UTV’s, trucks, and front end loaders
Assist in keeping the job site tidy/safe
Become proficient in loading and unloading of truck and trailer used in snow and ice removal operations
Perform regular safety inspections on vehicle and trailer
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
Ability to communicate w/ lead people regarding progress of tasks
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
Be able to reach over head with hands and arms; climb or balance
Be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
Be able to lift, pull, and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job task.
Be 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 task
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Employee has demonstrated the ability to perform all essential job responsibilities and duties listed above.
Employee must have the recommendation of their Supervisor to advance to the new position.

Nice To Haves

Driver’s license

Responsibilities

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
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
Able to 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
Snow blowing
Single stage snow blower
2-stage snow blower
Snow blower skid steer attachment
Plowing:
Straight blade
V-blade
Push box
Cage unit
Grader blade
Wing blade
Material spreading:
Walk behind spreaders
Broadcast spreaders
Drop spreaders
Hand Work:
Shoveling
Ice scraping
Hand spreading of material
Roof raking
Cleaning:
Thorough knowledge of proper PPE
Ability to safely use cleaning supplies and solvents
Ability to work in residential and commercial areas
Snow Removal:
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.