Mountain West jobs in Kelowna, BC

Date Posted: October 6, 2026

Pay: 35.00–40.00/hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

Contract Length: Approximately 5 months

Work Location: In person / Various job sites

Season: Approximately November 1 – March 15

About the Position

Mountain Home Services is looking for reliable and experienced Snow Removal Skid Steer / Plow Truck Operators to join our team for the upcoming winter season.

We are hiring applicants in:

• Kelowna
• Vernon
• Lake Country
• West Kelowna
• Armstrong
• Surrounding areas

The winter season typically runs from November 1 to March 15, depending on weather and snow conditions.

We are looking for individuals with previous residential and/or commercial snow removal experience. Skid steer or similar equipment experience is an asset.

There may also be opportunities to continue working with us year-round in landscape maintenance, and irrigation.

Core Staff

Core Staff members will be assigned a specific snow route and will be responsible for that route throughout the winter season.

Applicants must be available for their assigned shifts throughout the winter season and be prepared to respond to weather-related call-outs as required.

We are looking for individuals who may be available for day shifts, evening shifts, and overnight shifts.

Compensation

Starting wage: 35.00–40.00/hour, depending on machine experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steers, plow trucks, and other snow removal equipment
• Remove snow from residential and commercial properties
• Plow, de-ice, and sand designated areas
• Perform occasional hand shovelling as required
• Follow assigned snow routes and company procedures
• Maintain clean and safe job sites
• Complete required site information using company apps
• Respond to weather-related call-outs
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Follow directions and complete assigned work efficiently

Requirements

• Previous residential and/or commercial snow removal experience
• Experience operating a skid steer or similar equipment
• Reliable vehicle and transportation
• Cell phone with reliable access
• No other work or personal obligations that would interfere with your availability during the winter season
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in cold and winter weather
• Physically fit and able to perform demanding physical work
• Proper winter clothing and appropriate winter boots
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions and assigned snow routes
• Reliable and dependable attendance
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on weather conditions
• Clean driver's abstract
• Criminal record check

Important Availability Requirement

This is a 100% on-call, weather-dependent position during the winter season.

Applicants must be prepared for call-outs at various times, including overnight, early-morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, depending on weather conditions.

Applicants must be able to maintain their availability from November 1 to March 15.

Year-Round Opportunities

Mountain Home Services is a year-round landscaping company. Successful applicants may have the opportunity to continue working with us after the winter season.

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

• Landscape maintenance
• Irrigation

Please indicate if you are interested in year-round employment.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your expected availability for the winter season
• Details of your snow removal and equipment experience

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kelowna, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable with a 100% on-call, weather permitting work schedule from Nov 1-March 15?
• Please list the snow clearing equipment you have used and what experience you have in the snow industry:
• Can you work night shift?
• Can you work day shift?
• Do you have any other work or personal commitments that could affect your availability from November 1 to March 15?
• Are you interested in continuing with year-round work after the winter season? If yes, please describe any experience you have in landscaping, irrigation, or related work.
• Do you have a smartphone and are you comfortable using an app to complete required site information?

Work Location: In person