Date of Posting: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Department: Public Works
Job Title: Emergency Contractor
OVERVIEW:
The City of Lynn Department of Public Works is now accepting applications for snow removal equipment with contractors interested in snow plowing. The rental agreement is on an as-needed basis, must be available 24 hours a day and with the hourly pay dependent on the size of the vehicle and type of accessories included.
PAYMENT RATES:
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Winter 2026 – 2027
Hourly Rated for Vehicles for Snow Plowing, Hauling & Removal
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Item #
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Equipment Description
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Hourly Rate ($/hr)
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1
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Standard 4x4 Pickup Truck with Plow
(>7,500 GVW) F-250, 2500 Model or equivalent
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135.00
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2
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Standard 4X4 Pickup Truck with Plow
(>10,000 GVW) F-350, 3500 Model or equivalent
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145.00
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3
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6 Wheel Truck with Plow¹
(10,000 – 30,000 GVW)
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190.00
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4
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Large Dump Truck with Plow¹
(31,000 – 50,000 GVW with minimum 10 blade)
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215.00
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5
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Ten Wheel with Plow¹
(51,000+ GVW with minimum 10’ blade)
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225.00
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6
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Backhoe, 4-wheel drive only
(Minimum 1 Yard)
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190.00
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7
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Front End Loader, 4-wheel drive only
(1 ½ Yards to 4 yards)
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205.00
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8
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Front End Loader, 4-wheel drive only
(4 ¼ Yards to 6 yards)
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215.00
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9
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Front End Loader, 4-wheel drive only
(6 ½ Yards plus; only when needed)
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230.00
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10
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Sidewalk Plow/Bobcat² (only when needed)
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125.00
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11
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Large Dump Truck, Hauling Snow
(Minimum 30 Yard; only when needed)
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130.00
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12
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Tool Cat Sidewalk Machine or equivalent²
(with Plow and Snow Blower only as needed)
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195.00
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13
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Other as negotiated
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SERVICES:
• Hiring of trucks for snowplowing with drivers and blades.
• Hiring of dump trucks for snow removal with tailgates and sideboards to provide a height of four (4’) feet with necessary drivers.
• Hiring of sanders, graders, front and end loaders, etc. with blades, buckets and necessary operators.
• Current Specifications and Policy as established by the Commissioner of Public Works.
• Snowplowing and Snow Removal.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
1. Endorsed Contract
2. Insurance Certificates
3. W-9 Tax Identification Number
4. Copy of Registrations
5. Copy of Driver’s License
6. Equipment Inventory
ATTENDANCE BONUS:
Contractors that meet specific guidelines (reviewed in the contract) for attendance on the snow plowing events will receive a:
END-OF-SEASON ATTENDANCE BONUS!
Attendance bonuses will be calculated at the end of the snow and ice season and will be paid out no later than May 1st following the season.
How To Apply
Physical applications will be available at the Department of Public Works (250 Commercial St, Lynn, MA 01905). For more information, please contact DPW at 781-268-8000.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
* When applicants are substantially similar in terms of qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who have resided in the City of Lynn for a continuous twelve-month period prior to the date of posting.
The City of Lynn is an Equal Opportunity Employer!
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If you have any questions about the application process or need assistance, please call (781) 598-4000 or email us at [email protected].