| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | About $90/hour straight time, $103 premium time (NJDOT Class A hauling rates) |
| Time | Hauling-only jobs have no 8-hour minimum under NJDOT rules |
| Who's qualified | Public works contractors register with New Jersey ($500 for 1 year); ask for proof of insurance |
When is snow hauling service needed in Morristown?
Morristown gets about 26.1 inches of snow a year, and January is the snowiest month with roughly 8.1 inches on average. Demand is concentrated in midwinter storms when plowed snow must be hauled off parking lots, driveways, and commercial sites. The snowless period runs about 7.1 months, from April 10 to November 13.
What is premium time for snow hauling?
Under NJDOT hauling rules, premium time applies on Saturdays, Sundays, and observed holidays. Straight-time hauling for Class A trucks is billed at $90 per hour, while premium time is $103 per hour. Plowing trucks are billed separately at $70 straight time and $83 premium time.
Do hauling-only jobs require a full shift?
No. NJDOT's proposal states the 8-hour minimum in Section 3.13 does not apply when a vendor is called out exclusively for hauling. That means a hauling-only job can be shorter than a full shift.
What permits and registrations apply to snow hauling in New Jersey?
Contractors working public snow-removal contracts typically need a New Jersey Public Works Contractor Registration, which costs $500 for one year or $750 for two years. Vehicles used on public highways under a governmental snow-removal contract may also need a flashing amber light permit, which costs $25 per vehicle and is valid for four years.
What to do next
- Ask each contractor for proof of insurance and, for public work, their New Jersey Public Works Contractor Registration.
- Request hourly rates in writing and confirm whether straight time ($90) or premium time ($103) applies to your job.
- Ask whether your job is hauling-only, since NJDOT rules drop the 8-hour minimum for hauling-only call-outs.
- Get the quote to list the site, estimated truckloads, and any weekend or holiday premium before you sign.
- Call (973) 506-2546 or email [email protected] for a free quote from an independent, insured snow plowing contractors (ask for proof).
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