Snow Plow Operators (Winter Seasonal)

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transportation is seeking Winter Maintenance Seasonal workers for Sioux Falls and Lennox, SD. Positions available: 3. Pay: $22.80–$24.60 per hour, depending on experience.

Shifts vary; Lennox Day Shift (1), Sioux Falls Night Shift (2) from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am. The normal winter season runs Sept 24 through May 8. Responsibilities include snow and ice removal on state highways, posting and maintaining traffic control devices, and other highway maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with Class A or B CDL and N Tank Vehicles endorsement.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Snow and ice removal on state highways during winter.
• Perform highway maintenance tasks and install/maintain traffic control devices.
• Maintain and repair department facilities and equipment.
• Provide temporary traffic control through work zones and emergencies.
• Be available for overtime, weekends, and holidays during incidents.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

CDL with N endorsement

Heavy equipment operation

Road conditions awareness

Job description

Sioux Falls, SD or Lennox, SD | Transportation | As Needed, Sporadic

22.80 - 24.60 US per hour

Description

Position Title: Winter Maintenance Seasonal
Locations: Sioux Falls and Lennox
Positions Available: 3

• Lennox Day Shift - 1 Position
• Sioux Falls Night Shift - 2 Positions - Shifts Vary From 4:00 pm - 4:00 am

For questions about varied shifts, please contact Christopher Peters at 605.906-2030.
Agency: Department of Transportation /Division of Operations
Minimum Salary: $22.80 - $24.60 per hour depending on experience
Closing Date: March 31, 2027

*Seasonal positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*

The normal winter season is approximately September 24 through May 8.

Duties:
Winter Maintenance Seasonal workers are responsible for snow and ice removal on State highways during inclement weather. Duties will also include performing a variety of highway maintenance tasks.

Duties may include but are not limited to performing roadway surface maintenance activities; installing, directing, and replacing signs, delineators and permanent traffic control devices; maintaining and repairing department facilities; performing preventative maintenance and equipment repair; responding to emergencies and other incidents; providing temporary traffic control through and around work zones and emergency sites; and promoting a safe work environment and participating in public safety awareness activities.

Hours:
The anticipated hours would be 40 hours per week, with the possibility of overtime to include working weekends and holidays during emergencies and inclement weather. The hours needed will vary depending on the severity of winter conditions.

Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have the ability to operate heavy equipment. Must have a valid driver’s license and Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement. If you do not have a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement you have 30 days from the date of hire to obtain it. Employee will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, follow-up accident, and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. Applicants will be required to authorize the Department of Transportation to obtain a complete driving record.

Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic. Incumbent must be willing to report to work during inclement weather conditions, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, early mornings, and evenings. Incumbent must be able to report to their assigned Department of Transportation Shop within 30 minutes, under normal driving conditions, from the time of notification.

Be specific when completing the application form. List any relevant licenses or certificates (e.g., driver’s license, Commercial Driver’s License, CPR, etc.) as well as any equipment you can operate.

Supervisors will contact the applicants they wish to interview. Interviews will begin in September and continue until positions are filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview, but all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application. It is essential that your mailing address and your telephone information are complete, so we can contact you.