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Snow Removal Technician

Classification Information

Posting Number STH002203P Employee Category Student/Temporary

Position Information

Position Title TH Manual Snow Removal Technician Location Moscow Division/College Facilities Management Department Facility Management FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $20.00 per hour Full Time/Part Time Part Time Work Schedule Summary

This position is a temporary on-call position only through the winter months of 2026-2027. Position will start November 23, 2026, and run through April 12, 2027. Call Out Hours are from 5:00 am to 5:00 pm during any given snow event at the University of Idaho. Hours are not guaranteed but determined by the amount of snow that falls this season and who on the call-out lists accepts or declines the call.

Position Responsibilities

Position Summary

Working within a team environment and under the direction of the Campus Landscape Manager, the incumbent performs manual snow removal by shoveling and/or operating snow blower; distributing sand/salt to hardscapes which provides a safe environment for Faculty, Staff and Students during the winter months. Multiple positions being filled.

Responsibilities

Job Duty Function Assist Snow Removal Team by: Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Scooping, pushing, lifting and shoveling snow.
  • Distributing sand/salt.
  • Operating snow blower.

Percentage Of Time 100 Essential/Marginal Essential

Position Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather with an assigned snow team member.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Be punctual and have perseverance.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  • Must be able to scoop, push, lift, throw or otherwise move snow loads weighing up to 25 pounds by shovel and/or operating snow blower for several hours at a time.

Posting Information

Posting Date 08/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open until filled. 1st review date is 09/03/26, then applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until drivers are found for position.

In your application materials, be sure to fully describe how you meet each item in 1) required education, 2) required qualifications and 3) required other. Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all requirements in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.

Background Check Statement

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Quicklink for Posting https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52470

Skills

  • Snow Shoveling
  • Snow blower operation
  • Salt and Sand Spreading
  • Physical Stamina
  • Outdoor Work
  • Team Collaboration
  • Safety Awareness

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