Snow Removal Operator

Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional-grade equipment

Industry-leading safety programs

Flexible, on-call schedule during snow

Supportive team

Job summary

Reinhart Landscaping & Snow in Peoria, IL is seeking a Snow Removal Operator for part-time, on-call seasonal work during winter weather. You will operate heavy equipment to clear snow and ice, ensuring safe parking areas and walkways for customers, often overnight.

This role requires reliability, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to respond quickly to snow events with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, skid steers, or salt trucks.
• Dependable and safety-focused work ethic.
• Reliable transportation and on-call availability during snow events.
• Ability to work long shifts, including overnight hours, during storms.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Punctuality and strong attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, skid steers, or salt trucks to remove snow and ice from designated areas
• Maintain safe and accessible parking lots, driveways, and pathways for customers
• Respond promptly to snow and ice events, often working overnight and in challenging weather conditions
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures while operating equipment
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding site conditions and progress

Skills

Heavy equipment

On-call

Safety-focused

Punctuality

Job description

Reinhart Landscaping & Snow has been a trusted name in Central Illinois since 1986, providing reliable snow removal and landscaping services to the community. As a Snow Removal Operator, you will play a vital role in keeping local businesses and residents safe during winter weather by ensuring parking lots, driveways, and walkways remain clear and accessible. This is an excellent opportunity to earn extra income during the winter season while working with a professional team that values safety, quality, and dependability.

This is a part-time, on-call seasonal position based entirely on winter weather conditions. Employees are called in only when snow, ice, or other inclement weather creates a need for snow removal services.

Because hours are weather-dependent, there are no guaranteed hours or regular weekly schedule. During periods without winter weather events, employees may not be scheduled to work.

Candidates should understand that snow events can occur at any time and may require availability during early mornings, evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, skid steers, or salt trucks to remove snow and ice from designated areas
• Maintain safe and accessible parking lots, driveways, and pathways for customers
• Respond promptly to snow and ice events, often working overnight and in challenging weather conditions
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures while operating equipment
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding site conditions and progress

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, skid steers, or salt trucks
• Dependable and safety-focused work ethic
• Reliable transportation and on-call availability during snow events
• Ability to work long shifts, including overnight hours, during storms
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs as needed
• Punctuality and strong attendance record

Compensation

$40.00 per hour

Benefits

• Professional-grade equipment and tools
• Industry-leading safety programs
• Flexible, on-call work schedule during snow events
• Opportunity to work with an experienced and supportive team