Temporary Snow Removal Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $25.20 Hourly
Location : 6040 28th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-01529
Division: Management & Operations
Department: Field Maintenance
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 3:00 PM Central
MN Data Practices: The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) collects information from applicants for the purposes of determining employment suitability. By providing information, MAC will use the information to determine employment suitability. Applicants are not legally required to provide the requested information. However, information not provided, other than race, gender, or disability, may prevent MAC from being able to consider the application or determine the applicant's suitability for the position. The information collected may be classified as public or private data under the MGDPA. "Public" means that data is available upon request. "Private" means the data is only available to the person the information is about, and to those who must see it in the course of conducting MAC business and as otherwise provided for by law. If the applicant becomes a MAC employee, then some of the collected information is required to be shared with a representative union.
Position Summary
Do you want to work for an organization with a purpose? Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission! Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives!
The Metropolitan Airports Commission is accepting applications to fill multiple Temporary Snow Shoveler positions, typically working between mid-October 2026 through mid-April 2027. These positions are overtime eligible and work a regular schedule of 40 hours per week. Temporary Snow Shovelers who are held over or called back for snow and ice control events are provided with an assigned bunk, meals, and paid rest breaks.
As a Temporary Snow Shoveler, you will team up with our award-winning Field Maintenance crew to ensure MSP winter operations run smoothly! Temporary Snow Shovelers perform heavy manual labor and use a variety of snow removal equipment to remove snow from sidewalks, parking lots, emergency exits, field lights and signs. In addition, Temporary Snow Shovelers wash equipment, help with general clean-up, and complete other tasks as assigned. The ideal candidate will have some experience performing snow removal, groundskeeping, and/or commercial property maintenance.

• Anyone interested in this position is invited to attend a Field Maintenance Open House on Saturday, July 25, 2026 between 10am - 1pm. Click this link for more information.
• For a look at our award-winning team in action and to see some of the types of equipment they operate during winter events:
• Learn what makes working for the Metropolitan Airports Commission an engaging, fulfilling career as told by real employees: Working at the MAC.

Hourly Rate: $25.203*
*Wages listed above are pending Commission approval.
Positions may be assigned to one of the following shifts:Day6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Monday - FridayAfternoon2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.Monday - FridayNight10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.Sunday - ThursdayWeekend
6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Saturday - Wednesday
To apply: Click the "Apply" link and follow the instructions provided.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Alaina Reede at alaina.reede@mspmac.org or 612-725-4690. This posting will remain open until 3:00 PM on Friday, July 31, 2026.
MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process because of a disability, please contact Tekia Jefferson at 612-726-8196 or Tekia.Jefferson@ mspmac.org.
MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, nationality, or disability.
Position Description
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Valid state issued driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor which includes shoveling, lifting, and carrying for extended periods of time.
• Ability to pass a criminal and employment background check.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and position up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a physical examination.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Snow removal experience using a variety of snow removal equipment.
• Experience operating a lawn tractor using the plow, broom, and blower attachments.
• Experience using a walk-behind snow thrower.
• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping or parks maintenance, or commercial property maintenance.

Position Requirements
COMPETENCIES
Individual Contributor (IC) Competencies

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
• Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations

Other Information
Motor Vehicle Record Evaluation Guideline
Safe driving habits are critical for individuals employed in MAC occupations. As a result, external applicants for the Temporary Snow Shoveler position must meet the MAC's standard of safe driving in order to be hired.
A contingent offer of employment shall be withdrawn if the motor vehicle record contains:
1. Three (3) or more minor moving violations within the last three (3) years from date of offer. Minor violations include, but not limited to:

• Failure to wear a seat belt
• Speeding
• Failure to stop at a stop sign
• Failure to yield

2. Any major violation within the past three (3) years from date of offer including, but not limited to:

• Driving under influence of alcohol/drugs
• Open bottle or allowing open bottle
• Failure to stop/report an accident
• Violations as a result of an accident
• Reckless driving/speeding contest
• Making a false accident report
• Homicide, manslaughter or assault arising out of the use of a vehicle
• Driving while license is suspended/revoked
• Careless driving
• Attempting to elude a police officer
• Excessive speed

Any pending criminal matter for a serious traffic offense will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Felony: A crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year and a fine of more than $3,000 may be imposed. (Examples: criminal vehicular operations resulting in injury or death, fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle resulting in an injury or death.)
Gross Misdemeanor: Any crime which is not a felony or misdemeanor, the maximum fine for which is $3,000.00, and imprisonment for up to one year. (Examples: fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, subsequent DWI violations within five and ten years.)
Misdemeanor: A crime for which a sentence of not more than 90 days or a fine of $1,000.00, or both, may be imposed. (Examples: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Driving After Suspension/Driving After Revocation (DAS/DAR), reckless/careless driving, no insurance, open bottle, parking in a handicapped area, third moving violation in a year, petty misdemeanor violations with enhancements.)
Petty Misdemeanor: A petty offense which is prohibited by statute, which does not constitute a crime, for which a fine of not more than $100.00 may be imposed, unless the violation was originally a misdemeanor, whereupon the fine may not exceed $200.00. (Examples: speeding, failing to stop at a stop sign, failure to yield.)
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01
I became of aware of this opportunity through:

• Job Interest Card Notification
• MAC Employee
• MAC Web Site
• LinkedIn
• GovernmentJobs.com
• Indeed.com
• Other

02
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED)?

• Yes
• No

03
Please select which of the following valid licenses you currently hold.

• Class A commercial driver's license with airbrake endorsement
• Class B commercial driver's license with airbrake endorsement
• Class D driver's license or other non-commercial driver's license
• None of the above

04
Do you have a satisfactory driving record as described in the job posting?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you able to perform physical labor for extended periods of time?

• Yes
• No

06
Are you able to lift, carry, push, pull, and position items weighing up to 50 lbs.?

• Yes
• No

07
Are you able to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions for extended periods of time?

• Yes
• No

08
From the list below, please identify the type(s) of snow removal equipment you have experience operating. Use the category definitions below to identify the capacity in which you have used the item (check all that apply to you).PERSONAL: Your personal home(s) and/or the home(s) of friends and/or family.PROFESSIONAL: Residential customers such as individual homeowners, homeowner or townhome associations (HOAs), farms, etc.COMMERCIAL: Business customers such as apartment complexes, business complexes, shopping centers, parking lots/ramps, etc.

• Personal: Walk behind snow thrower/blower
• Personal: Lawn tractor with plow
• Personal: Lawn tractor with broom
• Personal: Lawn tractor with blower attachments
• Personal: Other
• Professional: Walk behind snow thrower/blower
• Professional: Lawn tractor with plow
• Professional: Lawn tractor with broom
• Professional: Lawn tractor with blower attachments
• Professional: Other
• Commercial: Walk behind snow thrower/blower
• Commercial: Lawn tractor with plow
• Commercial: Lawn tractor with broom
• Commercial: Lawn tractor with blower attachments
• Commercial: Other
• None of the above

09
If you selected "Other" for any sections of the previous question, please describe the other type(s) of equipment you operated and whether you operated the equipment in a personal, professional, and/or commercial capacity. Please do not state "see resume".
10
Please briefly describe your professional and/or commercial experience performing snow removal/ice control and working outdoors during extreme weather conditions. Include where you gained this experience, the type(s) of snow removal you performed for each (for example, sidewalks, driveways, roads, etc.), and the type(s) of equipment and/or chemicals you used. Please do not state "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.Professional: Residential customers such as individual home owners, homeowner or townhome associations (HOAs), farms, etc.Commercial: Business customers such as apartment complexes, business complexes, shopping centers, parking lots, ramps, etc.
11
Please briefly describe your professional and/or commercial experience performing groundskeeping or commercial property maintenance. Include where you gained this experience and the type(s) of equipment you operated. Please do not state "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.Professional: Residential customers such as individual home owners, homeowner or townhome associations (HOAs), farms, etc.Commercial: Business customers such as apartment complexes, business complexes, shopping centers, parking lots, ramps, etc.
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