Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Operators are to be available 7 days per week. 2. Plow your assigned area. See Exhibit A for map. 3. Snow removal shall begin with a minimum accumulation of 2”. 4. Plow your assigned area in blocks or sub-areas. Start at a logical place in the area and proceed in a logical direction to completely clear all snow from the area. Do not jump or skip around in your area. 5. Snow must be cleared from curb to curb. Where there is no curb, clear snow to the outside of the shoulder. In some cases, this may require 3 or more passes. Snow should be cleared as close to parked vehicles as possible without causing any property damage. 6. Do not leave wind rows or loose snow in or near intersections. All intersections, particularly on arterials, are to be completely cleared of snow. 7. You are required to plow when notified by the Public Works Department. Depending on weather conditions, you will have 6 hours to complete the assigned area. You are required to notify the City of Colville concerning any down time. This includes cutting edges, operator changes, meals, etc. Please contact the Assistant Public Works Director regarding down time. 8. You will be given a plow area map. You are required to keep the map current by marking all of the streets that have been cleared. The Assistant Public Works Director will review the map in the field. 9. All operators will be required to carry a communication device (cell phone or radio) so the Assistant Public Works Director will be able to contact them when necessary. 10. Operators are to plow snow in such a manner as to minimize snow being placed on to sidewalks, blocking driveways and mailboxes. The use of snow gates is encouraged.
