Snow Removal Technition
Employer
1 HARTFORD SQUARE, BOX 15W
NEW BRIATAIN , CT 06052
United States
Job description
Workers will assist foreman and / or other supervisors in performing the following duties: preparing equipment and materials for snow / ice storms. Loading sand and de-icing salt on trucks, trailers, hoppers. Pre-treating hard surfaces with de-icing salt when storms are predicted. Applying De-icing salt and sand. Removing snow / ice from walks, drives, parking lots, sidewalks on various residential and commercial properties. Winterizing of properties by trimming and removing brush, leaves and plant matter that are prone to breaking due to weight of snow/ice; planting fall seasonal plants, saplings, bulbs; mulching beds to protect roots from freezing temperatures; Winterizing, draining, installation and repairing sprinkler systems to prevent and/or repair damage caused by freezing temperature breakages; installation, maintenance, removal and storage of holiday décor. Pruning to remove storm damaged plants. Sweeping to remove salt and sand after storms. Flagging obstacles in parking lots to prevent damaging them with equipment during deep snow events. Perform highly physical activities on a consistent basis in all weather conditions, specifically very cold, icy, snowy weather. Maneuvering of snow blowers, rotating brooms, and other common equipment, trailers and vehicles used in the shop and field. Handheld or power tools may be required. May assist in routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment used each day.
Special Requirements
Our normal hours and days are 7:00 am until 3:30 PM. Normal Hours will average approximately 40 per week. however during snow and ice events, our hours are unpredictable. We may work work weekends or nights during snow and ice events. The job requires the applicant to be qualified, ready, willing, able, and available to perform during the entire employment at all the designated worksites. Minimum Age: 18. Overtime available and mandatory.