At a Glance
- Tasks: Clear snow and ice using shovels and machines while ensuring safety.
- Company: Join Earthscape, a leader in snow and ice management.
- Benefits: Earn $25-$35/hour plus standby pay and winter clothing allowance.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with potential for future employment opportunities.
- Why this job: Get paid to work outdoors and enjoy the winter season!
- Qualifications: Strong work ethic, reliability, and good communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25 - 35 $ per hour.
Winter Sidewalk Crew Member
Location: Wallenstein, ON (or possibly direct to snow site)
Job Type: Seasonal On-Call (Nov 15 - Apr 15)
Wage: $25.00-$35.00 an hour
Job Overview
Earthscape is hiring a seasonal Winter Sidewalk Crew Member for snow and ice management on residential and commercial properties in Elmira, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, and surrounding areas.
Members report to the Wallenstein shop or a designated location before events.
Key Responsibilities
- Clear snow and ice using shovels, commercial snow blowers, and stand-on Snowrator machines.
- Apply de-icing materials and work efficiently to meet event timelines.
- Inspect equipment, report maintenance issues, and maintain clean, organized work areas and vehicles.
- Follow all company safety procedures around traffic, pedestrians, and winter hazards.
- Availability & Working Conditions
- Requires 24/7 on-call availability throughout the winter season, with short-notice response times.
- Shifts are weather-dependent and vary widely, including overnight, weekends, and holidays.
- Demands physical endurance for outdoor work in extreme cold, walking on icy surfaces, continuous shoveling, equipment operation, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Compensation & Perks
- Competitive hourly rate plus 10 hours per week standby pay.
- Overtime pay (where applicable), winter clothing allowance, and company events.
- Potential opportunities for future seasonal or full-time employment.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Strong work ethic, reliability, punctuality, and clear communication skills.
- Alignment with core values (integrity, teamwork, excellence).
- Ability to pass background checks (references, identity, criminal record, and driver's abstract review).
Winter Sidewalk Crew Member in Alton employer: Earthscape Ontario
Earthscape is an exceptional employer that values its employees through a supportive work culture and numerous growth opportunities. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including health and dental coverage, and unique perks like profit sharing and an Employee Share Ownership Program, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while enjoying the beauty of outdoor work in the picturesque Wallenstein area.
