Seasonal CDL Plow Drivers

Position Summary

The Seasonal CDL Plow Drivers’ central duty is to operate MassDOT Highway Division equipment to clear snow and ice from the Massachusetts Turnpike and other designated roadways and facilities. Seasonal drivers are required to hold a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License (at least class B).  

Seasonal CDL Plow Drivers are responsible for the safe operation of the equipment. Properly working equipment is important for both efficient snow removal and safety on the roadways. Seasonal drivers should inspect their equipment and report any issues to the repair staff immediately.   

Hourly Rate: $35.00

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safe clearing of snow on Highway roadways.
• De-icing and removal of snow from walks, driveways, and parking lots for various Highway properties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site, while ensuring property is not damaged in the efforts of removing snow.
• Maintain and care for your personal or company provided equipment, tools, and vehicles.
• Proficiently and safely use snow removal equipment such as shovels, plows, snow blowers, vehicles with plow blades, and other power and manually operated tools and equipment used to perform snow removal.
• Perform highly physical work outdoors on a consistent basis in all weather conditions, specifically very cold, icy, snowy weather.
• It is required that all Seasonal CDL Plow Drivers have cold weather gear and wear it appropriately to protect themselves against adverse weather conditions.
• Work as part of a team and take direction.
• Be available to come in when contacted for all snow and ice weather events.
• Keep accurate time-sheet records, submitted for review and sign-off by the required deadlines.

Locations

• District 1 - Berkshire County/Western, MA
• District 2 - Connecticut River Valley/Western, MA
• District 3 - Worcester County/Central, MA
• District 4 – Middlesex County
• District 5 – Bristol County/Southeast, MA
• District 6 - Metro Boston, MA

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.  

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.  

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. 

 Requirements:

• Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License (at least Class B & Class A preferred).

• Clean driving record.

• Ability to pass a drug & alcohol test.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.m