Snow Plow Truck Operator

About The Hatch Group

The Hatch Group is a family-owned and operated company providing construction, facility maintenance, snow and ice management, and material production services. Our winter operations help keep customer properties safe, accessible, and operational throughout the snow season. We are looking for dependable, safety-conscious drivers who take pride in their work and follow through on their commitments.

Position Summary

The Snow Plow Truck Driver operates a company-provided plow truck to perform snow removal and ice management services at assigned customer properties. Each driver receives a designated route from their Territory Manager and is responsible for traveling safely between sites, following service instructions, and completing assigned work thoroughly and efficiently.

This position requires safe winter driving skills, careful plow operation, consistent communication, and dependable attendance.

This is an on-call position throughout the winter season. Availability is required for all incoming snowstorms, including nights, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

A take-home company plow truck will be provided to drivers who remain actively engaged in the Snow Program and readily available for all storms. Continued take-home vehicle privileges depend on participation, responsiveness, safe operation, and compliance with company vehicle policies.

Key Responsibilities

Route Assignments & Snow Removal

• Follow the route, site assignments, priorities, and reporting instructions provided by the Territory Manager.

• Drive safely to and between assigned customer sites, allowing appropriate travel time for weather, visibility, and road conditions.

• Plow parking lots, drive lanes, entrances, loading areas, and other designated surfaces according to site-specific snow plans.

• Place snow in approved locations while maintaining visibility, drainage, emergency access, and usable parking areas.

• Operate carefully around pedestrians, parked vehicles, buildings, curbs, landscaping, and other obstacles.

• Apply salt or other ice management materials when assigned, following company instructions and designated application rates.

• Coordinate with equipment operators and sidewalk crews to complete property service.

• Complete assigned return visits, refreeze treatments, and post-storm cleanup.

• Obtain direction from the Territory Manager before changing route priorities or leaving assigned work incomplete.

Safe Driving & Vehicle Care

• Follow traffic laws, company vehicle policies, and safe winter driving practices at all times.

• Adjust speed and following distance for snow, ice, reduced visibility, and changing road conditions.

• Use safe backing practices and request assistance when visibility or site conditions require it.

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, plow, spreader, tires, lights, fluids, and safety equipment.

• Keep windows, mirrors, cameras, lights, and license plates clear of snow and ice.

• Maintain adequate fuel and report maintenance needs before they interrupt service.

• Immediately report accidents, property damage, mechanical problems, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

• Stop driving or operating when conditions, equipment problems, or fatigue make continued work unsafe, and notify the Territory Manager.

• Avoid distracted driving. Safely park before using a phone or entering service information.

Communication & Documentation

• Monitor storm communications and promptly acknowledge assignments and reporting instructions.

• Notify the Territory Manager when beginning the route, experiencing delays, encountering unsafe conditions, or completing assigned service.

• Accurately record time worked, site arrival and departure, completed services, material usage, and requested photographs using company systems.

• Report blocked areas, inaccessible sites, existing property damage, customer concerns, and additional service needs.

• Attend required preseason orientation, route reviews, vehicle familiarization, and safety training.

Take-Home Truck Responsibilities

• Remain actively engaged in the Snow Program and readily available for every incoming storm.

• Keep the assigned truck secure, clean, fueled, and ready for deployment.

• Park the truck in a safe, authorized location that allows timely departure during winter weather.

• Use the vehicle only for authorized purposes and follow company rules regarding passengers, vehicle use, and storage.

• Do not allow unauthorized individuals to drive or operate the truck or its attachments.

• Promptly notify the Territory Manager of any change in availability that affects participation in the Snow Program.

• Return the vehicle, keys, fuel cards, and company equipment when directed or when the assignment ends.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license appropriate for the assigned vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated experience safely operating a plow truck.

• Medical DOT Card

• Availability for all incoming snowstorms throughout the winter season.

• Ability to drive safely in snow, ice, darkness, and reduced visibility.

• Ability to follow assigned routes, site maps, service instructions, and supervisor direction.

• A working mobile phone and ability to receive and respond to company communications.

• Strong attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, and customer service skills.

Ability to work independently while coordinating with the Territory Manager and other crews.

Pay Range: The hourly range for this position is $30 - $40 per hour.

 

Benefits: We're thrilled to offer our full-time employees with a healthy benefits package including Health, Life, and Dental Insurances. Additionally, we match in 401k contributions up to 4%.

Please note that Hatch is a drug free work environment and all employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug screenings throughout their employment.