Snow Removal Overtime Tax Deduction Calculator
For plow drivers and lot crews on 20-hour storm days.
The short answer: At the scenario below, the deduction is $3,500 — $420 back at 12% ($16 per paycheck).
Regular rate (not OT rate)
Hours worked beyond 40/week
Modified Adjusted Gross Income
Overtime Premium Deduction
$3,500
✅ You qualify for the full deduction
⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for informational and educational purposes only. It is not tax advice. Results are based on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and IRS Schedule 1-A. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
Storm Weeks Are OT Weeks
A two-storm week can run 70+ hours; most of it past 40 at 1.5×.
- • Plow/haul hours past 40/week → premium deductible
- • On-call standby pay → not premium unless worked at OT rate
- • Seasonal workers: OT still counts week by week
Worked Example
Single plow operator, $25/hour, 280 OT hours.
- • Premium $12.50 × 280 → $3,500; $420 at 12%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do snow removal operators qualify for the OBBBA OT deduction?
Yes on W-2 payroll with OT past 40/week. 1099 sub-contract plowers do not — the deduction is W-2 only.
Does standby pay count?
No — standby is not OT premium. Only hours worked past 40 at premium rates generate the deduction.