Grounds Tractor Operator - Full-Time, Great Benefits

Tessera; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health and Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid federal holidays

10 paid vacation days

Paid sick leave

Potential bonus

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Verizon wireless discount

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Tractor Operator at our Fort Riley location (Junction City, KS). This full-time, day-shift position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to support a government contractor mission dedicated to providing inclusive employment opportunities.

Typical duties include landscape maintenance, snow removal, equipment operation, and assisting in road and facility repairs. A valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain security clearances are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Grounds Maintenance preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Physical demands include walking, bending, and manual tasks for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Weeding and cultivating landscape beds; applying mulch, planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs; pruning and trimming of shrubs and trees; removing grass from cracks in sidewalks and pavement; irrigation, erosion control, cleanup of turf areas and debris.
• Removes snow from walks, driveways, roads, or parking lots using shovel and snow blower; spread salt on walkways.
• Mows, trims, and edges turf areas with various mowers and equipment (up to 2000 lbs); operate attachments to tractors and other equipment.
• Removes grass trimming, trash, fallen leaves, and debris; mulch, weed, and edge around beds and paths.
• Assists in repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment; clean stations and parking areas.
• Attach and adjust equipment on tractors; lubricate and perform minor repairs.
• Drive and operate tractors, mowers, chain saws, hedge trimmers, and related equipment to move materials and perform grounds work.
• Utilize chainsaws to safely cut limbs and trees.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Job description

Tessera is seeking a Tractor Operator at our Fort Riley location (Junction City, KS). This full-time, day-shift position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to support a government contractor mission dedicated to providing inclusive employment opportunities.

Typical duties include landscape maintenance, snow removal, equipment operation, and assisting in road and facility repairs. A valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain security clearances are required.