SNOW SHOVELER - INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Foot Soldiers LLC•New York, NY

118d•$300 - $400•Onsite

About The Position

Foot Soldiers is hiring Snow Shovelers for the 2026–2027 winter season (October 1 – March 31). As an independent contractor, you’ll clear snow from residential, commercial, and government properties throughout Brooklyn. Foot Soldiers services properties under seasonal snow management agreements already in place, providing contractors with access to recurring winter work. This opportunity is ideal for rideshare drivers, students, paraprofessionals, tradespeople, and Brooklyn residents looking to earn additional income during the winter season.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Valid government-issued photo ID
Proof of TIN, EIN, or Social Security Number
Smartphone with active data service capable of running mobile apps and uploading photos
Proof of residency in your city, state, or province
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds unassisted and work outdoors in snow and freezing temperatures
Maintain General Liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence

Nice To Haves

Plastic shovel(s)
Calcium chloride
Metal ice chopper
Cold-weather work gear
Reliable transportation
Smartphone with internet access
Reliable before, during, and after snow events
Comfortable working independently with limited supervision
Able to communicate through an app and follow written instructions
Prepared with the proper tools and winter gear
Comfortable working outdoors in challenging weather
Able to document completed work according to client expectations
Positive, professional, and solution-oriented during demanding conditions

Responsibilities

Clear snow from residential, commercial, and government properties throughout Brooklyn.
Pre-treat properties with calcium chloride when required.
Use plastic snow shovels (metal snow shovels are prohibited).
Clear approximately 75% of sidewalks and 100% of stairways.
Create safe paths to entrances, gates, and trash areas.
Clear a minimum 3-foot area around fire hydrants located on the property.
Evenly distribute calcium chloride after snow removal.
Upload required before-and-after photos through the Foot Soldiers app.
Complete accepted assignments within 5 hours after snowfall ends, including overnight, early morning, weekend, and holiday snow events.