Highlights
In this hands-on outdoor role, you'll remove snow and ice using hand shovels, snow blowers, or other snow removal equipment. Your work plays an important role in helping communities, businesses, and residents navigate snowy conditions safely.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Denver, CO |
| Job Type | Part-time |
Description
This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate.
Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.
Location: Aurora, Denver, and Wheat Ridge area job sites
Season: October 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: On-call/as-needed during snow events, with shifts typically starting around 5:00 AM (some as early as 1:00 AM). Minimum 8 hours of pay per day when dispatched.
As a Snow Shoveler, you'll help keep driveways, sidewalks, walkways, and parking lots safe and accessible during winter weather. Your work plays an important role in helping communities, businesses, and residents navigate snowy conditions safely.
In this hands-on outdoor role, you'll remove snow and ice using hand shovels, snow blowers, or other snow removal equipment. You'll also apply salt and de-icing materials to help prevent slippery conditions and ensure safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles.
No two snow events are the same, making this a great opportunity for dependable individuals who enjoy physical work, working outdoors, and being part of a team. Previous snow removal experience is helpful but not required. A positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic are what matter most!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsibilities:
- Shovel snow from sidewalks, walkways, entrances, and stairs
- Apply ice melt and de-icing materials
- Maintain safe conditions during winter weather
- Follow safety procedures and communicate with supervisors
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Reliable transportation and attendance
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Snow removal experience is a plus, but not required
Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.
Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.
Physical Requirements
Attachment to Job Description
Job Title: 274 - GSS - General Laborers Dept Number: 5450
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Guide to Physical Requirements:
- Continuously (5-8 hours)
- Frequently (3-4 hours)
- Occasionally (1-2 hours)
- Never
LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY
Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY
CARRYING:
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY
Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY
PUSHING/PULLING - CONTINUOUSLY
REACHING:
Above Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY
At Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY
Below Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY
TWISTING - CONTINUOUSLY
BENDING - CONTINUOUSLY
KNEELING/CRAWLING - CONTINUOUSLY
SQUAT - CONTINUOUSLY
CLIMBING:
Use of legs only (stairs) - CONTINUOUSLY
Use of arms & legs (ladders) - CONTINUOUSLY
HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY
VISION:
Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY
HANDS/FINGERS:
Simple grasping - CONTINUOUSLY
Fine Manipulation - CONTINUOUSLY
Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY
WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY
STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY
SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY
SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY
OTHER, please describe -
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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