Snow Area Manager

**Pay:** $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Job description: **Snow Area Manager/Operations Manager** *Lucia Landscaping - Roseville, MI* Lucia Landscaping, a nationally recognized leader in snow management and one of Crain’s "Coolest Places to Work" in 2024, is seeking a **Snow Area Manager/Operations Manager** to join our award-winning management team for the upcoming winter season. We are a Top 100 Snow Contractor in the U.S. and are known for our commitment to excellence and employee satisfaction. As a **Snow Area Manager/Operations Manager**, you’ll oversee snow removal crews including shovel teams, plow truck drivers, and heavy equipment operators within a designated region. This position requires outstanding leadership, communication, and operational skills, as well as knowledge of snow removal equipment and processes. Key Responsibilities: - **Weather Monitoring:** Track weather conditions, forecasts, and potential snow/ice events. - **Team Communication:** Coordinate with employees, sub-contractors, and temporary workers to establish event start times and verify timecards. - **Training & Development:** Provide on-site and pre/post-event training and coaching to team members. - **Operational Coordination:** Manage logistics including dispatch boards, electronic route sheets, event packets, trucks, equipment, and materials for all teams. - **Assignment & Oversight:** Assign tasks to team leaders with site maps, budgeted hours, key notes, and time-sensitive objectives. - **Field Supervision:** Monitor ongoing operations during storms, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are upheld. - **Incident Management:** Oversee property damage assessments, ensure photos and incident reports are submitted to HR. - **Post-Event Review:** Document and review storm event details with teams, providing in-field coaching and counseling as needed. - **Communication:** Regularly update the Snow Dispatcher on equipment issues, personnel matters, and progress on assigned properties. - **Quality Assurance:** Ensure all properties are completed to Lucia Landscaping’s high standards at the conclusion of each event. Qualifications: - Demonstrated experience in snow removal operations, including snow plowing, salting, and equipment such as front-end loaders and bobcats. - Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required). - Chauffeur’s license and Michigan DOT Card (preferred). - Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stand for extended periods, and perform other physically demanding tasks. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and leadership skills with a professional and positive attitude. Position Details: This is a **seasonal position** with the potential for full-time, year-round work based on performance and personal preference. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: - **Health Coverage:** Medical, dental, and vision plans. - **Retirement Plan:** Company-sponsored 401(k). - **Paid Time Off:** Generous PTO for full-time employees. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Benefits: - 401(k) - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Referral program - Vision insurance