Iowa DOT Needs PT Snow Plow Drivers, is That You?

When the snow starts, I know two things are happening, or, at least they used to.  When I first got into radio, I had friends on the regular who pushed snow and would call me and ask what the weather or traffic was going to be like.  How do I know?

I am no traffic guru. I can't remember street names, and I'll eventually get ya there, but it'll be by way of landmarks.  Now that apps handle the weather, they do not need to call me to tell them I have no idea and to watch the weather channel or something.

So, lucky me, no more calls from snow pushers!  Wrong!  They call for entertainment now. I spin a good yarn, but speaking of pushing snow, ya ever thought about doing it?

My buddy John had a big truck with the plow hook-up.  I rode with him a couple of times shoving snow here and there and I never got tired of it.  Always something new and different.

You Can Drive a Snow Plow in Iowa!

If you've ever thought of bossing snow around, the state of Iowa needs your help.  They're looking for seasonal plow truck drivers from now until April 11, 2025.

Here's what the job description says, first they say, "it's snow laughing matter." I see what you did there, State of Iowa, and I'm giving you the golf clap right now.  Let's continue.

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The job description goes on to say, "the duties include highway maintenance activities, operation of highway maintenance equipment and physical labor activities including snow and ice control. The duties require the ability to work outdoors during inclement weather, team lift, or mechanical assist recommended for weights over 75 pounds, and to understand and follow written and oral instructions."

Is that you?  If so, apply today - you can do that by following this link:

Seasonal Winter Maintenance Position

The position is open for applications until January 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM. The pay rate is $20.35 hourly.  If there's a good amount of snow, you could cash in!

There Are Some Qualifications

The State of Iowa careers website says the minimum qualification for employment are that you must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) upon hire. Within 45 calendar days following the appointment, a valid Class A or B (level and endorsements determined by the appointing authority). CDL must be obtained and maintained.