Tractor Operator NA-

Duties

• Incumbent operates a field‑type tractor with attached and towed equipment.
• Plans the order in which work is to be accomplished; transports materials and equipment; and digs, loads, plants, clears, mows and dispenses liquid and solid materials.
• May operate under different conditions, such as mud, snow, and areas where trees and shrubs present operational hazards.
• Performs minor maintenance on field‑type tractors and attached and towed equipment.

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one‑year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment checks in accordance with AR 215‑3, Chapter 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Work is usually performed outside.
• Operator is usually exposed to long periods of hot sun, dust, and bad weather.
• Cuts and bruises may result from flying objects and branches hitting the operator.
• Serious injury may result from getting caught in operating equipment or from collisions with automobiles when operating on or near public roads.
• May be required to wear protective equipment.
• Applicant must be physically capable of lifting supplies and materials up to 100 pounds; frequent arm and leg movements to operate tractor controls, and exposure to pollen and chemical fumes, weather extremes, and possible cuts and bruises.

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following:

• Applicant must have one year related experience in operating and performing minor maintenance on a field‑type tractor and associated equipment.
• Applicants must have and retain valid driver's license.
• May be required to obtain a Government motor vehicle operator's permit.
• Must have knowledge of tractor and equipment operating characteristics such as tractor gears, power ratios, braking and turning capacities, and equipment power requirements, capacities and operating speeds.
• Must be able to manipulate the tractor and equipment controls at the same time.

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.