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About the Role

As a Deicer / Salt Operator, you'll play a vital role in preventing hazardous winter conditions by applying deicing materials to commercial properties before, during, and after snow and ice events.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate salt trucks, spreaders, and other deicing equipment to apply deicing materials to commercial parking lots, drive lanes, roadways, sidewalks, and other designated areas.
• Monitor weather conditions and respond quickly to snow and ice events.
• Respond to winter weather events within 30 minutes of being contacted.
• Work overnight, early morning, weekend, holiday, and extended shifts during snow and ice events.
• Safely load and unload deicing materials into trucks and equipment using tracked skid steer.
• Ensure assigned properties are serviced thoroughly, safely, and according to company standards and customer contracts.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of vehicles, spreaders, and related equipment.
• Maintain clean, fueled, and ready-to-operate equipment throughout the season.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues or equipment malfunctions to your supervisor immediately.
• Accurately document completed services using a tablet while on-site.
• Maintain communication with supervisors regarding route progress, weather conditions, and operational needs.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, DOT regulations (when applicable), and safety standards.
• Assist with other snow removal or seasonal property maintenance duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid New York State Driver's License (CDL is a plus but not required)
• General understanding of or experience operating manual transmission/clutch-powered equipment
• Ability to look over shoulder, twist, and turn body/neck repeatedly for long hours
• Ability to safely operate equipment in snow, ice, and low-visibility conditions
• Ability to work extended hours during snow events
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to be on call to work variable hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Reliable transportation to report for work
• Must be able to use a tablet for service documentation
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

Skills

• Operating salt trucks
• Operating spreaders
• Operating deicing equipment
• Operating tracked skid steer
• Equipment inspection
• Basic equipment maintenance
• Tablet usage for service documentation
• Communication

Location

• Central New York (CNY Area)

Work Type

• Seasonal

Experience Level

• Previous experience operating salting, deicing, or snow removal equipment preferred; training will be provided for qualified candidates

About the Company

• At J and R Property Services, our team is what sets us apart.
• We take pride in delivering exceptional service while maintaining a strong culture built on teamwork, professionalism, safety, and respect.
• Every team member plays an important role in our success, and we appreciate employees who are willing to step up when winter weather arrives.