Snowplow/Salt Truck Drivers (Lansing locations) - Chauffeur's license & Experience required

Brightview Landscapes Ltd.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is seeking a Snow Truck Driver to join our winter operations. The on-call role involves operating snow removal equipment and coordinating with sidewalk crews to clear designated areas safely.

Shifts run 6–12 hours, often overnight during storms, with extended hours during major events. The season begins with the first snowfall and BrightView offers a comprehensive benefits package and strong safety programs.

Qualifications

• 3 years of commercial snow removal experience.
• 3+ years with skid-steer, front end loader, backhoe or similar.
• 18 years or older; valid driver's license with no restrictions (CDL not required).
• Willingness to work overnight and weekends during storms.
• Must pass background check and be able to work outdoors in extreme weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow removal equipment including plows, salt spreaders, and related gear.
• Coordinate with sidewalk crews to complete snow removal safely and efficiently.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety guidelines during operations.

Skills

Snow removal experience

On-call availability

Safety minded

Smartphone usage

Reliable transportation

Tools

Plow trucks

Salt spreaders

Job description

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

THE PAY RANGE FOR THIS ROLE IS $20-30 PER HOUR. YOUR PAY RATE WILL BE DETERMINED BASED ON PREVIOUS APPLICABLE WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD.

A Chauffeur's license and at least 1 previous season of Snowplow/Salt truck driver experience required.

• The Snow Truck Driver is responsible for performing all tasks related to snow removal. This on-call position requires availability for shifts ranging from 6 to 12 hours, often scheduled overnight depending on the snow event. Extended hours may be required during major storm events. The snow removal season begins with the first snowfall.

Job Summary

• The Snow Truck Driver is responsible for performing all tasks related to snow removal. This on-call position requires availability for shifts ranging from 6 to 12 hours, often scheduled overnight depending on the snow event. Extended hours may be required during major storm events. The snow removal season begins with the first snowfall.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of snow removal equipment, including pow and box trucks, ATVs with plows, snow blowers, shovels, and e-pokes (salt spreaders), to ensure safe and efficient clearing of the designated areas.


• Work with sidewalk crews to complete snow removal assignments safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Education And Experience

• 3 years of commercial experience using a plow truck or salt truck.


• 3+ years of commercial snow experience using Skid-Steer, Front End Loader, Backhoe, or equivalent vehicles with plows and snow containment boxes.


• 18 years of age or older


• A valid and clean driver's license with no restrictions (CDL is NOT required)


• Work well under pressure while observing safety guidelines.


• Have a smart phone (to download and use our attendance tracker App)


• Dependable transportation.


• Attendance at and successful completion of required training, as well as passing a background check are mandatory.


• Able to lawfully work in the USA.

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Be able to lift, push, or carry 50 to 60 pounds without restriction.


• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)


• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.


• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).


• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.


• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)


• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)


• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.


• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.


• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment

• Shifts are on-call and range from 6 to 12 hours and are often overnight depending on the storm event. May require longer hours for larger storms.


• The season starts on the first snowfall.


• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)


• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.


• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.


• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.


• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Benefits

• Medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Ancillary and voluntary products


• A 401k savings plan with employer contributions


• 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year


• Paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave


• Tuition reimbursement


• Potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance


• A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.