Snow Removal Lead

Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Life insurance

AD&D

Dental & vision

Extended healthcare

Job summary

Clintar is seeking a Snow Removal Lead for the winter season to manage our on-call ice and snow team. The role involves directing crew members, supervising de-icing and plowing tasks, and ensuring safe operation of equipment in parking lots, sidewalks, and roadways.

Most shifts are overnight or during winter storms, requiring flexibility and prompt response. Candidates should have at least one year of lead experience, strong customer service, and reliable availability through the season.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience as a snow removal crew lead.
• Must possess a cellphone with data.
• From November - April, must be available on short notice and on-call depending on weather conditions and storms
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Familiarity with sidewalk tractors
• Proficiency in operating snow removal equipment safely
• Experience being a supervisor and managing a team preferred
• Good customer service skills are essential to handle inquiries and requests professionally.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliability and the ability to respond to emergencies or work during irregular hours, such as nights and weekends, may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead snow team, and direct crew members in de-icing and snow removal tasks.
• Responsible for removing snow and ice from designated areas, such as parking lots, sidewalks, driveways, and roadways. This can involve the use of snowplows, snow blowers, shovels, and salt or de-icing agents.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of snow removal equipment to ensure it operates safely and effectively.
• Ensure that all snow removal activities are conducted safely, including the proper use of safety gear and equipment.
• Coordinate with supervisors, property owners, or managers to provide updates on snow removal progress and any problems that may arise.
• Apply salt or other de-icing agents to surfaces to prevent ice formation and improve safety.
• Operate heavy machinery such as snowplows, front-end loaders, or snowblowers proficiently and safely.
• Be prepared to respond to emergency situations, such as heavy snowfall during the night, to ensure safety and accessibility.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Tools

Snow plows

Snow blowers

Salt application

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

*The franchise location you are applying to will be able to provide more details on benefits

Benefits/Perks

• Benefits for this role may vary by location but could include the following:
• Competitive compensation package
• Paid holiday time
• Paid annual vacation policy
• Life insurance
• AD&D policy, Long-term disability
• Dental and vision care
• Extended healthcare (drug coverage, hospital care, professional services, and medical emergency assistance)
• LUCRATIVE END OF SEASON BONUS PLAN!

Company Overview

Clintar was founded in 1973 to provide top-quality corporate landscape and snow and ice management services. Today, Clintar is the largest company of its kind in Canada and ranked 27th overall in North America providing Commercial Outdoor Services. As a leader in the landscape management industry, Clintar rewards high-performing employees with growth and development opportunities.

Job Summary

Clintar is hiring a Snow Removal Lead for the winter season. Join our ice and snow team focused on efficient clearing and de-icing. All roles are on-call, often overnight, and contingent on winter conditions. Candidates must be available on short notice, round the clock.

Responsibilities

• Lead snow team, and direct crew members in de-icing and snow removal tasks.
• Responsible for removing snow and ice from designated areas, such as parking lots, sidewalks, driveways, and roadways. This can involve the use of snowplows, snow blowers, shovels, and salt or de-icing agents.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of snow removal equipment to ensure it operates safely and effectively.
• Ensure that all snow removal activities are conducted safely, including the proper use of safety gear and equipment.
• Coordinate with supervisors, property owners, or managers to provide updates on snow removal progress and any problems that may arise.
• Apply salt or other de-icing agents to surfaces to prevent ice formation and improve safety.
• Operate heavy machinery such as snowplows, front-end loaders, or snowblowers proficiently and safely.
• Be prepared to respond to emergency situations, such as heavy snowfall during the night, to ensure safety and accessibility.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience as a snow removal crew lead
• Must possess a cellphone with data
• From November - April, must be available on short notice and on-call depending on weather conditions and storms
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Familiarity with sidewalk tractors
• Proficiency in operating snow removal equipment safely
• Experience being a supervisor and managing a team preferred
• Good customer service skills are essential to handle inquiries and requests professionally.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliability and the ability to respond to emergencies or work during irregular hours, such as nights and weekends, may be required.

Clintar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. At Clintar, we’re committed to building a workforce that is more representative of the customers we serve and creating a culture where everyone feels like they belong.

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