Tractor Operator - Grounds Maintenance (Day Shift)

Tessera; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; 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

Holidays and vacation

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Verizon wireless discount

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. The organization emphasizes a mission-focused culture, core values, diversity, partnership, commitment, integrity, and quality, with a safe and respectful work environment.

The position is a grounds maintenance role at Fort Riley, Junction City, Kansas.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Grounds Maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weeding and cultivating landscape beds; applying mulch, planting grass, trees, and shrubs, pruning and trimming of shrubs and trees; irrigation, erosion control, cleanup of turf areas and carts away debris.
• Removes snow from walks, driveways, roads, or parking lots, using shovel and snow blower, spreads salt on walkways and other areas.
• Mows, trims, and edges turf areas with tools; operates equipment up to 2000 lbs as required.
• Removes debris from lawns and paved areas; maintains beds and borders.
• Assists in repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment; cleans offices and parking areas.
• Operates tractors and attachments; performs minor repairs and adjustments.
• Drives/operates tractors and heavy equipment; moves materials and loads heavy items.
• Uses chainsaws to cut down limbs and trees.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Driver's license

Job description

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. The organization emphasizes a mission-focused culture, core values, diversity, partnership, commitment, integrity, and quality, with a safe and respectful work environment.

The position is a grounds maintenance role at Fort Riley, Junction City, Kansas.