Tractor Operator

Satellite Service Inc; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Satellite Services Inc. is seeking a Tractor Operator to perform routine outdoor grounds maintenance and basic building upkeep. The role involves mowing, trimming, planting, watering, and light repairs to keep the property clean and presentable for tenants and visitors.

Responsibilities include operating mowers, pruning, spraying, landscaping tasks, and assisting with general duties as assigned. Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather and lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass and maintain lawns with walking- or riding-type mowers.
• Trim hedges, edges around walkways, flowerbeds and wells.
• Prune shrubs/trees and prune growth; spray lawn and shrubs with fertilizer or insecticide as needed.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs; water lawns during dry periods.
• Repair and paint fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings.
• Perform general hauling, sweeping and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Tractor Operator

The Tractor Operator performs tasks that primarily require physical abilities and effort involving little or no specialized skill or prior work experience. This position is responsible to ensure the building is maintained as a pleasing, professional business environment, with minimal disruption to building tenants and visitors. performing one or more of the following tasks: mowing grass, using walking-type or riding mowers, trim hedges and edges around walkways, flowerbeds, and wells, using hedge trimmers, clippers and edging tools, prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears and other hand tools, sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer or insecticide. Job duties also include: planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs, watering lawn and shrubs during dry periods, using hose or activating sprinkler system, collects and burns or carts away leaves, paper or other litter; repairing and painting fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings. May make other minor repairs, general hauling, sweeping and other general work duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: This position is physically demanding in that tractor operators must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, often in extreme heat or cold. This position requires the ability to frequently: push, pull, lift, bend, stoop, walk, and stand. Requires constant exposure to outdoor environmental conditions, noise, varying weather conditions and exposure to dust, dirt, pollen, etc. and traffic. The ability to lift up to 75lbs is required. Manual dexterity is a must; motions with arms and hands are repetitive in nature.

Required Job Qualifications: HS Diploma or Equivalent All applicants are subject to pre-employment physical and drug screening

Desired Job Qualifications: Previous experience as tractor operator, grounds worker or laborer is preferred

Necessary Licenses or Certifications: Valid Driver's License

Work Schedule: Seasonal Full-Time (40 hours per week); may lead to Regualr Full-Time Various shifts, which may include Saturdays and Sundays

Satellite Services Inc. is an Affiliation? We are also committed to utilizing recruitment efforts towards and to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.