STUDENT JOB: Snow Removal- Shoveler

North Central University; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Job summary

North Central University is seeking a Snow Removal Technician as a student employee to keep walkways and entrance doors clear during winter events. The role is on-call, with 24-7 availability and a contractual winter season from mid-November through April; several positions are available.

The job emphasizes on-site work, safety, timely snow clearing, and communicating with Maintenance – Grounds. A year-end bonus is included for meeting requirements.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student at North Central University.
• Knowledge of basic snow removal practices (shoveling & salting).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Resides in on-campus housing.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow up on all snow removal tasks assigned by Maintenance Supervisor.
• Shoveling assigned areas during & after each snow event in a timely manner.
• Maintain communication with the Maintenance Technician via email, text, or phone call.
• Meeting all snow removal requirements for each snow event (i.e., clearing the entire walkway, spreading salt for ice removal, etc.).
• Working at uncommon hours to meet snow removal requirements.
• Monitor weather conditions and prepare accordingly.

Skills

Snow removal

Shoveling

Salting

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

Currently enrolled student at North Central University

Job description

NORTH CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
Student Employment Job Description
Job Title: Snow Removal Technician
Classification: Student Employment
Reports To: Maintenance – Grounds Technician I
Date Posted: 9/24/26

Job Description

To maintain the functionality of university facilities through the removal of snow and ice on an on-call basis. The primary focus of this role is the clearance of snow from walkways and doorways.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receive and follow up on all snow removal tasks assigned by Maintenance Supervisor
• Shoveling assigned areas during & after each snow event in a timely manner
• Maintain communication with the Maintenance Technician via email, text, or phone call
• Meeting all snow removal requirements for each snow event (i.e., clearing the entire walkway, spreading salt for ice removal, etc.)
• Working at uncommon hours to meet snow removal requirements
• Monitor weather conditions and prepare accordingly
  

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Currently enrolled student at NCU
• Knowledge of basic snow removal practices (shoveling & salting)
• Ability to communicate well on various platforms to insure shared understanding of information & responsibilities
• Ability to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Resides in on-campus housing
  

Additional Comments

• Work environment includes exposure to dust or chemicals and extremes in temperature
• Snow Removal Technicians are hired for the winter season and the position is a contractual agreement, typically mid-November through sometime in April.
• Year-end bonus is included if all job requirements are met during the snow removal season (i.e., arriving on time for each snow event, clearing the snow properly, etc.)
• Working during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring breaks is not required, but there may be opportunities for additional work hours if it snows during those times.
  

Hiring Timeline

1-2 Weeks from interview

Hours/Week

Hours depend on number of snow events during a given time

Operating Hours

24-7 availability

Number of Positions Available

6

For more information, contact:

Tanner Robinson
[e-mail]