Temporary Snow Plow Operator - Winter Road Safety Pro

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Garrison (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation District 3 is seeking a temporary Snow Plow Driver at the Garrison Truck Station. This role supports snow and ice control operations, with shifts Monday–Friday and potential weekend split shifts during snow events.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A or B CDL with a Tanker Endorsement and have working English proficiency. The position is temporary, with a schedule that may include extended hours during severe weather.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in snow/ice, soils, road surface or roadside maintenance, or related activities.
• Education coursework can substitute for one year of experience if transcripts are provided.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with Tanker Endorsement is required.
• Working knowledge of English to read, write, speak, and understand information.

Responsibilities

• Maintains roadways for snow and ice control.
• Prepares and inspects winter equipment.
• Performs preseason snow route inspection and post-storm cleanup.
• Performs winter stockpile setup and transfer of anti-icing and de-icing chemicals.
• Installs, repairs, maintains, and removes snow fences; replaces mailboxes.
• Maintains documentation on snow/ice data for inventory reporting.

Skills

CDL License (Class A/B) with Tanker

Education

Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance Program

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Transportation District 3 is seeking a temporary Snow Plow Driver at the Garrison Truck Station. This role supports snow and ice control operations, with shifts Monday–Friday and potential weekend split shifts during snow events.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A or B CDL with a Tanker Endorsement and have working English proficiency. The position is temporary, with a schedule that may include extended hours during severe weather.