Snow Plow Operators (Winter Seasonal)
Snow Plow Operators (Winter Seasonal)
Posted on :
28-08-2025
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Hourly Salary
$ 22 - 24
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
28-08-2025
Job Description
Position Title: Snow Plow Operators
Locations: Buffalo (1) Newell (3) Belle Fourche (3)
Positions Available: 7
Agency: Department of Transportation
Minimum Salary: $22.50 - $24.25 per hour depending on experience
Closing Date: 3.31.26
The normal winter season is approximately September 24 through May 8.
Duties:
Snow Plow Operators are responsible for snow and ice removal on State highways during inclement weather. Duties may include completing general maintenance assignments. Training will be provided.
Hours:
The hours needed limited to response for snow removal operations only (intermittent reserve drivers). Preference will be given to individuals willing to work only during winter conditions.
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have the ability to operate heavy equipment. Must have a valid drivers license and Class A or Class B commercial drivers license (CDL) with a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement. If you do not have a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement you have 30 days from the date of hire to obtain it. Employee will be subject to pre-employment random reasonable suspicion post-accident follow-up accident and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. Applicants will be required to authorize the Department of Transportation to obtain a complete driving record. Employee must be willing to report to work during inclement weather conditions including weekdays weekends holidays early mornings and evenings. Incumbent must be able to report to their assigned Department of Transportation Shop within 30 minutes under normal driving conditions from the time of notification.
Application/Hiring Procedures:
Applicants have the option to fill out the online application:
or
The State of South Dakota Seasonal/Temporary Application form ( ) and email or mail it to the address listed below.
Photocopies are acceptable. Applications are also available from any South Dakota Department of Transportation Office.
Be specific when completing the application form. List any relevant licenses or certificates (e.g. drivers license Commercial Drivers License CPR etc.) as well as any equipment you can operate.
Supervisors will contact the applicants they wish to interview. Interviews will begin in September and continue until positions are filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview but all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application. It is essential that your mailing address and your telephone information are complete so we can contact you.
Paper applications can be emailed or mailed to:
Department of Transportation
Belle Fourche Maintenance Shop
ATTN: Rick Walton
10921 W SD 34
Belle Fourche SD 57717-6152
Phone: 605.892.2872
Fax: 605.892.2687
E-mail:
*Seasonal positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*
Locations: Buffalo (1) Newell (3) Belle Fourche (3)
Positions Available: 7
Agency: Department of Transportation
Minimum Salary: $22.50 - $24.25 per hour depending on experience
Closing Date: 3.31.26
The normal winter season is approximately September 24 through May 8.
Duties:
Snow Plow Operators are responsible for snow and ice removal on State highways during inclement weather. Duties may include completing general maintenance assignments. Training will be provided.
Hours:
The hours needed limited to response for snow removal operations only (intermittent reserve drivers). Preference will be given to individuals willing to work only during winter conditions.
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have the ability to operate heavy equipment. Must have a valid drivers license and Class A or Class B commercial drivers license (CDL) with a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement. If you do not have a N: Tank Vehicles endorsement you have 30 days from the date of hire to obtain it. Employee will be subject to pre-employment random reasonable suspicion post-accident follow-up accident and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. Applicants will be required to authorize the Department of Transportation to obtain a complete driving record. Employee must be willing to report to work during inclement weather conditions including weekdays weekends holidays early mornings and evenings. Incumbent must be able to report to their assigned Department of Transportation Shop within 30 minutes under normal driving conditions from the time of notification.
Application/Hiring Procedures:
Applicants have the option to fill out the online application:
or
The State of South Dakota Seasonal/Temporary Application form ( ) and email or mail it to the address listed below.
Photocopies are acceptable. Applications are also available from any South Dakota Department of Transportation Office.
Be specific when completing the application form. List any relevant licenses or certificates (e.g. drivers license Commercial Drivers License CPR etc.) as well as any equipment you can operate.
Supervisors will contact the applicants they wish to interview. Interviews will begin in September and continue until positions are filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview but all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application. It is essential that your mailing address and your telephone information are complete so we can contact you.
Paper applications can be emailed or mailed to:
Department of Transportation
Belle Fourche Maintenance Shop
ATTN: Rick Walton
10921 W SD 34
Belle Fourche SD 57717-6152
Phone: 605.892.2872
Fax: 605.892.2687
E-mail:
*Seasonal positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*
Employment Type
Temp
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