Snow Site Lead / Heavy Equipment Operator - Salt Lake City

Job Description: This is a dual leadership position where you will be responsible for both supervising staff and operating heavy equipment during snow events. As the Site Lead Supervisor and Lead Operator, you will help manage operations for the Grayslake, IL area, working closely with the Branch Manager to ensure all tasks are completed from planning to post-season site closure. You will lead and supervise operators and laborers.

Job Objective: Assist the Branch Manager and take the lead on operations at First Choice Facilities’ Grayslake, IL site. From preparation to end-of-season shutdown, maintain the First Choice Facilities standards and expectations of quality.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain First Choice Facilities' standard of work at client sites before and during severe winter weather, ensuring high attention to detail and safe work conditions.
• Assist with hiring, training, and managing the local workforce to fulfill client obligations pre, post, and during winter storm operations.
• Lead dispatching personnel using software platforms, texting, and phone calls.
• Work with local vendors or self-perform preventative maintenance and necessary repairs, including minor on-site repairs if necessary.
• Communicate field conditions and job updates frequently with account management staff.
• Operate heavy equipment (wheel loaders, skid steers) to remove snow and ice efficiently and safely from client properties, roadways, and other designated areas.
• Perform routine pre- and post-trip inspections of heavy equipment, checking lights, brakes, fluids, and plow or salter functionality, and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including dates, times, areas cleared, and materials used with the First Choice service verification app.
• Coordinate with other heavy equipment operators, maintenance crews, and support staff to ensure efficient snow removal efforts across designated service areas and client properties.
• Operate auxiliary equipment, such as salt spreaders, articulating wing plows, push boxes, and de-icing equipment, as necessary to enhance property safety.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Mechanically inclined with site management operations experience required.
• Strong interpersonal communication and critical thinking skills.
• Preferred experience in the snow and ice management industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation and/or snow and ice management.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• High school education or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift or move at least 50 lbs. frequently to service job-site needs.
• Willingness to work long hours as needed to fulfill client contracts or emergency services during severe winter weather or normal outside conditions.
• The position is currently work-from-jobsite and requires reporting to sites for winter events and field operations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on weather conditions.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• Valid Drivers License