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Kansas Department of Transportation*
Temporary Snow Plow Operator
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$55,427 / year median in Kansas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy: Job Posting closes: September 9, 2026 Kansas Department of Transportation KDOT's mission is to provide a safe, reliable, innovative statewide transportation system that works for all Kansans today and in the future. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team! Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form
I-9 . KDOT
does not provide sponsorships for this position.E-Verify:
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here . About thePosition:
Who can apply: Anyone with a Class B CDL with experience/training operating a dump truckClassified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified Full/Part-time:
As Needed for Snow and Ice weather eventsRegular/Temporary:
Temporary Work Schedule:
Due to the nature of the work, incumbent may/will be required to work additional hours when needed, including nights and weekends. Must be willing to work on an 'As Needed' basis as determined by the District Engineer. Must be willing and available to work 12-hour shifts as determined by the District Engineer. Eligible toReceive Benefits:
No Veteran Preference Eligible:
Yes Search Keywords:
Yates Center, Waverly, Garnett, Iola, Chanute, Erie, Altoona, Independence, Eureka Compensation:
SNICE Seasonal EO Hourly Pay:
$27.30 Eligible forOvertime:
YES SNICE
Seasonal Temp Hourly Pay:
$21.50 Eligible forOvertime:
YES Position Summary & Responsibilities:
SNICE Seasonal EO Position Summary:
The following tasks are the basic job functions that MUST be performed by a SNICE Seasonal EO for the effective operation of dump trucks and equipment during a winter weather event. These temporary employees WILL be required to take and pass a Pre-employment Drug Test, and a Pre-employment Physical Capacity Test for the Equipment Operator level and will be paid at the rate of $27.30 / hour and are eligible for Overtime. This position is not eligible for Stand-by or Snow Premium pay, or reimbursement for Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Perform pre-trip inspections of dump trucks on Form 364. Fill Trucks with fuel and DEF if equipped. Fill saddle tank and/or slip in tank with brine. Operate loader to load spreader, make brine, or mix material during a storm. Climb in and out of trucks and equipment. Replace windshield wiper blades. Clear snow/ice from lights, strobes, windshield, and spreader chute. Climb ladder on side of dump truck to check load. Break up chunks of frozen material in spreader. Perform walk around checks during shift including checking condition of plow blade. Unload material from spreader at end of storm. Remove or replace tailgates. Load or remove spreaders or anti-ice tanks from trucks. Mount or remove snowplow. Change or assist in the changing of plow bits. Change tires. Install tire chains.SNICE Seasonal Temp Position Summary:
The following tasks are the basic job functions that must be performed by a SNICE Seasonal Temp for the effective operation of dump trucks and equipment during a winter weather event. These temporary employees WILL be required to take a Pre-employment Drug Test but will NOT be required to take a Pre-employment Physical Capacity Test and will be paid at the rate of $21.50/hour and are eligible for Overtime. This position is not eligible for Stand-by or Snow Premium pay, reimbursement for Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of dump trucks on Form 364. Fill trucks with fuel and DEF if equipped. Fill saddle tank and/or slip in tank with brine. Operate loader to load spreader, make brine, or mix material, during a storm. Climb in and out of trucks and equipment. Replace windshield wiper blades. Clear snow/ice from lights, strobes, windshield, and spreader chute. Climb ladder on side of dump truck to check load. Break up chunks of frozen material in spreader. Perform walk around checks during shift including checking condition of plow blade. Unload material from spreader at end of storm. The following tasks are NOT to be performed byTemporary SNICE Operators:
Remove or replace tailgates. Load or remove spreaders or anti-ice tanks from truck. Mount or remove snowplow. Change, or assist in the changing of, plow bits. Change tires. Install tire chains.Qualifications:
Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake option at time of appointment. Training and/or experience operating a dump truck. Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements The SNICE Seasonal EO positions are subject to pre-employment physical capacity testing. The selected candidate will be required to pass the screening as a condition of employment. (If the individual does not pass the pre-employment physical, they may be selected for the SNICE Seasonal Temp) These CDL positions are subject to drug and alcohol testing under the authority of the US Department of Transportation. The selected candidate will be required to pass a DOT pre-employment/pre-duty drug test as a condition of employment in this position. (This position will also require you to participate in random testing, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.) Any Commercial Driver who has received a Confirmed Positive Result or the Equivalent and has not successfully completed all Rehabilitation Program requirements and follow-up testing requirements is not eligible for this position. (PerSOM 2.1.10
). Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at https://www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx . If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785)296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.govRecruiter Contact Information:
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