News Magazine Blogs Statistics Whitepapers Webinars Photos Videos Products Events Awards Advertise Newsletter Jobs Search Log In Create Your Account Maintenance Vehicle Research Equipment Fuel Procurement Green Fleet Telematics Software Safety Remarketing Funding Police Update Your Address Where your issues are sent OPERATIONS Do You Need to Worry About a Snowplow Driver Shortage? November 5, 2021 • by Work Truck Staff • Ohio, along with at least 10 other states, is facing a critical setback: a shortage in snowplow drivers. Photo: Pexels/Collin Nederhood AccuWeather recently reported that six states are short 100 or more drivers to clear interstates and highways. According to AccuWeather, 11 states, all of which typically have snow coating the streets during the winter months -- are all seeing staff shortages when it comes to snowplow drivers this season. The states are Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Oregon, Missouri, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Rhode Island, and Wyoming. In addition, six of these states -- Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Oregon, Missouri, and Colorado -- are each looking to hire more than 100 people for the job. 👂 It's true what you've heard - GPS tracking grows your business and improves your bottom line. Take action in growing business and improving your bottom line by speaking with top GPS tracking providers. How many vehicles do you need to track? * 1-4 5-9 10-49 50-99 100-249 250+ CONTINUE The report noted that, in Colorado, the states Department of Transportation is seeing a shortage of 18% to 19% of its snowplow operators. The Ohio DOT has more than 190 positions open. Additionally, AccuWeather shared that a shortage in winter tires is also making an impact. Want More? 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