Heavy Equipment Operator - Grounds & Maintenance

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, KS seeks a Tractor Operator. The role involves heavy physical effort, frequent lifting and outdoor work in varying weather, including snow and heat.

Candidates must be able to operate heavy machinery and drive safely while performing grounds maintenance and related tasks. Applicants should be prepared for shifts that may require responding to emergencies at any time, with safety gear and procedures emphasized to minimize risk in

Qualifications

• Drive safely with mobile equipment and vehicles.
• Interpret instructions and specifications for equipment operations.
• Operate motor vehicles and non-motor equipment safely.
• Demonstrate reliability and dependability in tasks.
• Work with minimal supervision and follow procedures.
• Adopt proper work practices in varied environments.

Skills

Drive Safely

Interpret Instructions, Specifications

Motor Vehicles

Operate Safely

Reliability And Dependability

Without more than normal supervision

Work Practices

Job description

The Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, KS seeks a Tractor Operator. The role involves heavy physical effort, frequent lifting and outdoor work in varying weather, including snow and heat.

Candidates must be able to operate heavy machinery and drive safely while performing grounds maintenance and related tasks. Applicants should be prepared for shifts that may require responding to emergencies at any time, with safety gear and procedures emphasized to minimize risk in