Snow Removal Residential/Commercial - Equipment Operator

Green Light Lawn Care, Inc.; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance stipend

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Green Light Lawn Care, Inc. in West Lafayette, IN is seeking a Snow Removal Equipment Operator to support winter management. You will operate mid-to-large-scale machinery to clear snow, manage ice, and keep access open for commercial and residential properties.

This on-call, weather-dependent role requires quick thinking and rapid deployment during storms. A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years of experience operating skid steers, wheel loaders, or large machinery in slick conditions.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Prior commercial snowplowing experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate heavy snow removal machinery to clear snow safely and efficiently.
• Calibrate and apply bulk de-icing materials to create safe surfaces.
• Respond to on-call winter weather shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

English proficiency

Snow removal equipment operation

Tools

Skid steers

Wheel loaders

Job description

Summary

Green Light Lawn Care is seeking a dedicated, safety-focused, and highly reliable Snow Removal Equipment Operator to help our winter management operations in Tippecanoe County and surrounding areas. We have positions available for both Full-time and Part-time winter schedules. In this role, you will operate a variety of mid-to-large-scale machinery to clear snow, manage ice accumulation, and maintain open access for high-traffic commercial and residential properties. This is an on-call, weather-dependent position that requires sharp critical thinking and rapid deployment during winter storm events.

A valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record is mandatory for this position.

Pay Rate: $25 - $35/hour or "Competitive pay based on experience”

Core Responsibilities

• Winter Snow Management: Drive and operate heavy snow removal machinery—including skid steers, wheel loaders with containment plows, and commercial plow trucks to clear heavy accumulation safely and efficiently.
• Ice Control Operations: Oversee the proper calibration and application of bulk de-icing materials (salt, sand, or liquid treatments) to establish safe driving and walking surfaces.
• Emergency Storm Response: Participate in high-priority, on-call snow removal shifts, including overnight, weekend, and holiday responses under intense winter storm conditions.
• Logistics, Hauling & Stacking: Safely load, chain down, transport, and unload heavy snow pusher attachments or specialized machinery using company trucks and trailers. Coordinate the safe piling and relocation of massive snowbanks on-site.
• Fleet Maintenance & Preparation: Conduct rigorous pre- and post-trip safety inspections. Check fluid levels, grease hydraulic pivot points, clear packed ice from tracks/tires, and verify plow lighting systems are functional. Responsibly clean, fuel, and organize company equipment at the end of each shift.
• Property Respect & Safety: Navigate tight, low-visibility residential and commercial properties carefully, avoiding damage to underlying turf, hidden curbs, irrigation heads, utility lines, and parked vehicles.
• Crew & Dispatch Collaboration: Coordinate seamlessly with ground crews (sidewalk shovelers) and communicate effectively with supervisors or dispatchers using two-way radios and hand signals.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (Not necessarily a Seasonal Position)
• Schedule:
• 8-hour shifts (May vary due to weather conditions)
• Day shift (May vary due to weather conditions)
• Work Location: On-Site (West Lafayette, IN)
  

• Communication: Must be able to speak, read, and understand English fluently to effectively interpret safety instructions, maps, and communicate via two-way radio with dispatch.
• License: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record to operate commercial winter vehicles and haul equipment trailers.
• Technical Skill: Prior commercial snowplowing and heavy pusher attachment experience is highly preferred. Proven capability navigating zero-visibility conditions safely.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience operating skid steers, wheel loaders, or large agricultural/civil machinery in high-stress or slick conditions.
• Towing Experience: Proven experience safely driving, maneuvering, and backing up trucks with loaded trailers in winter road conditions.
• Reliability & Order: A flexible schedule with the absolute reliability to respond to on-call winter weather shifts on short notice. A strong commitment to keeping workspace, company trucks, and equipment organized and accounted for.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work long, demanding hours outdoors in changing freezing winter conditions.

Full Time Employees Only

• Insurance Stipend: Receive a regular stipend added to each paycheck for your health insurance costs. (Starting after 2 months of employment))
• Retirement Planning: Access to a company 401(k) retirement plan. (Starting after 1 year of continuous employment))
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned paid vacation and time off to help maintain your work-life balance. (After Introductory period)
• Flex Time Off (FTO): A standalone time-off benefit designed to give you daily scheduling agility. Use it to handle life's unexpected tasks, appointments, or personal errands without dipping into your vacation balance. (After Introductory period)
• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy adaptable scheduling options tailored around seasonal workloads and individual availability