Discover the latest trends in the snow and ice industry with our comprehensive report. The Snow & Ice Workplace Report reveals critical data on subcontractor usage, wage increases, and workforce challenges. Find out how your company stacks up and access essential insights to stay competitive in today’s market.
Septeember 19, 2024 | Staff Editor
The latest Snow & Ice Workplace Report reveals that 69% of snow and ice service providers utilize subcontractors, yet only 25% of the total work performed is outsourced. Is your company aligning with these trends, or could you optimize your subcontractor strategy?
These statistics are just a small piece of the comprehensive insights provided by the Snow & Ice Workplace Report, brought to you by the SIMA Foundation and supported by LMN & Greenius. This report is free for SIMA members and available for purchase by non-members.
Rising Wages & Workplace Challenges
Wages have been on the rise across the industry. 77% of companies report that management salaries are “significantly” or “slightly” higher, while 90% of providers indicate that field pay has climbed sharply compared to 2-3 years ago. As labor costs soar, are you offering competitive compensation to attract and retain top talent?
In addition to rising wages, providers also face a range of workplace challenges. When asked about their biggest obstacles, companies pointed to:
- Hiring quality people
- Battling salary hikes
- Properly training staff
- Overcoming workers’ negative attitudes
- Retaining strong employees
Addressing these issues is essential for businesses that want to remain competitive in the market, retain top talent, and maintain operational efficiency.
Stay Competitive with Industry Benchmarks
For snow service providers to thrive, access to data on organizational structure, compensation, benefits, and workplace culture is essential. The Snow & Ice Workplace Report provides crucial benchmarks on 10 key job titles in the U.S. and Canada, enabling you to compare your company to small, medium, and large/multi-location firms on key metrics.
Includes compensation and benefits data for:
- Mechanics, maintenance, or fuel
- Crew (e.g., shovelers, sidewalks)
- Drivers and equipment operators
- Fleet or production management
- Regional management
- HR and office administration
- Customer/account service
- Sales and marketing
- Finance and operations
- Chief executives
Get the Full Report—Free for SIMA Members
The Snow & Ice Workplace Report is a 66-page in-depth resource that offers the insights you need to refine your workforce strategy, enhance retention, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive industry. SIMA members can access the full report for free. If you’re not a SIMA member, you can join for $440/year and get the report free (a $395 value) or you can purchase separately.
Explore more insights from the 2024 Snow & Ice Symposium presentation here.
Don’t miss out on these essential insights—download the report now and ensure your company is ready to meet today’s workforce challenges head-on.
For more information and to learn about SIMA membership benefits, visit the SIMA Foundation website.