Heavy Equipment Snow Operator

keesenlandscape; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Keesen Landscape in Colorado Springs is seeking an experienced front end loader operator to join our winter/snow operations team. This seasonal job is snow‑driven: if it snows, you work; if it doesn’t, you’re off.

Overnight and early‑morning shifts during storms are common. Ideal candidates have prior snow removal or heavy equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and a safety‑minded, dependable work style.

Qualifications

• Prior snow removal experience or heavy equipment operating experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work long hours during snow events.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded.
• Pass DOT Required Drug Screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial snow plowing and snow relocation per site plans.
• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently in winter conditions.
• Monitor site conditions and maintain cleared surfaces throughout storm events.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding site conditions, equipment issues, or delays.
• Perform basic equipment inspections before, during, and after shifts.
• Follow all safety protocols and company snow procedures.
• Be reliable and responsive during snow events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Snow removal

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-minded

Reliability

Tools

Loader

Snowplow

Dump truck

Job description

We are seeking experienced and dependable front end loader operator to join our winter/snow operations team. This position is strictly snow-related work—if it snows, you work; if it doesn’t, you’re off. Ideal candidates have prior snow removal and/or heavy equipment experience and are comfortable operating various types of equipment during overnight, early morning, and extended storm events.

Additional Equipment You May Operate

• Pickup truck with plow
• Skid steer with plow or snow pusher
• ATV / UTV with plow
• Snowrator or similar specialized snow equipment
• Class B Tandem dump truck

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commercial snow plowing and snow relocation per site plans
• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently in winter conditions
• Monitor site conditions and maintain cleared surfaces throughout storm events
• Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding site conditions, equipment issues, or delays
• Perform basic equipment inspections before, during, and after shifts
• Follow all safety protocols and company snow procedures
• Be reliable and responsive during snow events, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Schedule & Availability

• On-call, weather-dependent schedule
• Shifts may be long and variable depending on snowfall
• Must be available for overnight and early morning operations
• Seasonal position only (no guaranteed hours)

Qualifications (Required):

• Prior snow removal experience or heavy equipment operating experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work long hours during snow events
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded
• Pass DOT Required Drug Screen

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Skid steer, loader, or heavy equipment experience
• CDL (Class A or B) a plus, but not required

(Qualifications [Preferred] continued)

• Familiarity with commercial sites
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in cold, snowy, and icy conditions
• Ability to climb in and out of equipment repeatedly
• Ability to remain alert and focused during long shifts
• Ability to lift/push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs as required by job duties