Emergency Snow Laborers Needed For 2022-2023 Season

OANA has received the following notice from the New York City Department of Sanitation and would like to share it with the community.

We Need You! Now Hiring Emergency Snow Laborers 2022-2023 Season

Snow Laborers are Crucial in Clearing Snow and Ice After Big Winter Storms

The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced that registration is now open for those interested in working as Emergency Snow Laborers for the 2022-2023 winter season. Emergency Snow Laborers are per-diem workers who remove snow and ice from bus stops, crosswalks, fire hydrants and step streets after heavy snowfalls. Snow Laborers earn $17 per hour to start, and $25.50 per hour after 40 hours are worked in a week.

Snow laborers must be at least 18 years of age, be eligible to work in the United States, and capable of performing heavy physical labor. Additionally, candidates must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. All applicants must bring the following items at the time of registration:

• Two small photos (1 ½ square)
• Original and copy of two forms of identification
• Social Security card
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Those interested in becoming a Snow Laborer must register for an application appointment at nyc.gov/snow. ️

We also have the graphics in non-English languages for download here: nyc.gov/snow.