Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Ellensburg, Washington

Crystal Clear Custom Services provides full service, 24/7 snow and ice management in Ellensburg, WA. With a fleet of equipment including truck plows, skidsteer plows, sidewalk machines, and ice-melt equipment, our team safely and efficiently clears snow and ice to provide safe travel conditions during winter storms. We are seeking a safe, detailed, and honest Snow Removal Operator to join our team. With less than 10% of time spent shoveling, equipment operation is required, and experience operating equipment is preferred. The Snow Removal Operator is a seasonal, on-call position from October 1st, 2026, to April 30th, 2027 . They will operate a truck or machine plow to clear lots and pile snow in the designated areas. Some shoveling may be required at times to thoroughly clear lots. The ability to follow instructions and maps to complete each site in a thorough, safe, and efficient manner is required. Most work will be done individually, but occasionally there may be a need to work together with another lot or sidewalk operator. Operators will need to be comfortable operating large equipment in confined spaces while being vigilant of surrounding pedestrians, vehicles, and other obstacles. The schedule is variable depending on snow events and may start at any time but often begins around 1:00am and goes into the afternoon. Consecutive days may be required depending on the size of the storm. There are no guaranteed hours as work depends on the weather, but most winters average 5-10 snow events with full season operators averaging 70 work hours. Please list any previous snow removal or equipment operation experience when you apply. Applicants located in lower Kittitas County are preferred. Responsibilities

• Safely operator plow equipment including truck, skidsteer, or loader
• Document work completed using an app on your phone
• Thoroughly and efficiently clear snow from lots
• Work together with other team members as needed
• Shovel as needed
• Communicate with manager and dispatcher Requirements
• At least 18 years old
• Valid US Driver's License
• Able to pass drug screening and background check
• Flexible schedule with availability to work early morning, daytime, weekends, and up to 16-hour shift as needed during winter storms
• Desire to improve and work efficiently Skills
• Able to work as a team or individually
• Clear and professional communication
• Able to work with smartphones and tablets
• Attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions
• Self-motivated to do thorough and detailed work
• Willing to learn and improve Benefits
• $27.25 per hour
• End-of-season performance bonus up to an additional $14 per hour

Accrued PTO Job Type:

Seasonal Pay:

From $27.25 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Application Question(s): Describe any previous snow removal experience. Do you live within 10 miles of Ellensburg? Describe any previous experience operating equipment.

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person