Tractor Operator

Big AL Mowing LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Big AL Mowing LLC is seeking Tractor Operators to maintain Tennessee roadways under contract with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and other clients. Operators will be assigned daily mowing areas and will run tractors and related equipment to keep right-of-way areas in good condition.

Normal workdays are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM during mowing cycles. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, inspecting and maintaining machines, and working safely on

Qualifications

• Safe and responsible worker.
• Able to work in a team setting and independently.
• Reliable transportation to and from worksites.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and heavy equipment as assigned.
• Mow grass along roadways per contract specifications.
• Maintain equipment fluids, lubricants and wear parts; report issues.
• Work Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM during mowing cycles.
• Promote team communication and coordinate with supervisor.

Skills

Safe & Responsible

Teamwork

Reliable transportation

Lift 40+ lbs

Job description

Big AL Mowing is a roadside maintenance company. We have contracts with the Tennessee

Department of Transportation and other governmental and commercial clients to maintain the

roadways in Middle TN. We utilize Kubota M5-111 Open Station and Closed Cab Tractors and Land Pride 10ft and 15ft cutters (single wing and batwing).

Job Summary:

Tractor Operators are tasked with keeping Tennessee roadways maintained and helping to

keep them beautiful. This is done by mowing the right-of-way roadsides outlined in the contracts

we are awarded. Each operator will be assigned an area to mow each day.

Responsibilities:

• Works during mowing cycles (20 working days), unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
• Normal working days are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
• Operate heavy equipment/machinery, including tractors and bushhogs, backhoes, skid steers, and mini excavators as needed
• Mow grass in accordance with specifications given for sections of roadways, as directed by the supervisor
• Check/maintain fluids, lubricants, wear parts, tires, glass, and general condition of assigned machinery and report issues immediately
• Safely and productively operate equipment on public roadways and job sites while maintaining proper awareness of surroundings and adapting to changing environment including traffic, soil conditions, and weather
• Understand the issues involving ground disturbance and erosion control, i.e. do not create ruts
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and ideas
• Perform other duties as necessary, including weed eating, zero-turning, driving, trailering, and litter pick up to complete the job
• Responsible for bringing lunch every day. Picking up lunch is not an option
• Damages due to gross negligence of an operator will be paid for by that operator.

Requirements:

• Safe and Responsible
• Great Attitude and willing to work in a team setting
• Self-Aware
• Reliable, including reliable transportation
• Must be able to Lift upwards of 40lbs
• Previous experience operating tractors or heavy equipment, preferred roadway experience
• Able to work in a team setting but also able to work alone
• Able to safely operate mechanical equipment
• Follow policies and procedures as outlined in the company handbook
• Legally in the United States with appropriate documentation to complete Form I9
• This is seasonal work, with the potential to become year-round
• May require some travel
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Preferred for operators to have driver’s license that is acceptable to our insurance company