What are the responsibilities and job description for the Snow Plow/Salt Truck Driver (Experience Required) position at Lawn Lad, Inc.?
Snow Plow / Salt Truck Driver
Commercial Snow & Ice Management Work | Lawn Lad
Lawn Lad is hiring experienced Snow Plow and Salt Truck Drivers for our commercial snow operation. We’re looking for dependable drivers who know how to plow safely and efficiently, can take responsibility for an assigned route, document conditions and completed work, and work independently while staying in communication with our snow management team.
This is weather-driven work. Snow events can occur days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and some events require extended shifts. When snow comes, our customers and the rest of the team are counting on us.
What You’ll Do
- Operate company plow and/or salt trucks on assigned commercial routes
- Work safely and efficiently
- Follow the assigned route and snow-event plan
- Complete basic pre-trip equipment checks and report equipment problems
- Protect company equipment and customer property
- Communicate problems promptly
- Document conditions and completed work
- Stay engaged until assigned work is complete and you are released
What We’re Looking For
- Previous snowplowing experience required; commercial experience strongly preferred
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Lawn Lad’s driver requirements
- Dependable availability for weather-driven snow events
- Good judgment and ability to work independently
- Salt/deicing experience is a plus for Salt Truck Driver assignments
- CDL is a plus, but not required
Pay & Winter Season
$23–$36/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and assignment.
Winter work generally runs from November through mid-April and is weather dependent.
Year-Round Opportunities
Lawn Lad also has year-round landscape positions available for qualified candidates interested in continuing with us beyond the snow season.
Owner-Operators / Subcontractors
Experienced owner-operators are welcome to apply for subcontract snow work. Subcontractor rates range from $60–$85/hour, depending on equipment and experience. Routes are generally designed for 5–8 hours per event, but may run longer depending on snowfall and storm conditions. Subcontractors must demonstrate the equipment they intend to use and maintain commercial vehicle and general liability insurance.
Pay: $23.00 - $36.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid driver’s license, and are you willing to have your driving record verified through Lawn Lad’s driver-monitoring program?
- How many winter seasons have you worked where you earned a W-2 paycheck as a snowplow driver? Please list the company or companies if they are not specifically listed on your resume.
- Describe your snowplowing experience. Please include residential and/or commercial experience, the types of properties you serviced, and approximately how many seasons you performed each type of work.
- What snow equipment have you personally operated? Please include the types of trucks, plows, and any other snow equipment you have used.
- Do you have experience operating a salt truck or applying bulk deicer? If yes, please describe the equipment you used and your experience.
- What are you currently doing for work, and how would your current work schedule affect your availability for snow events? Please include your normal work schedule and any regular limitations on daytime, overnight, weekend, or holiday availability.
- Which are you applying for?
Employee Snow Plow / Salt Truck Driver — operating Lawn Lad equipment
Owner-Operator / Subcontractor — providing my own truck and plow
- Are you interested in year-round employment with Lawn Lad in addition to snow work? If so, please tell us a little about your interest and any relevant landscape, lawn care, equipment operation, mechanical, or leadership experience.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $36