Tractor Operator: Grounds & Transport Specialist

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tractor Operator position is based at the Des Moines VA Medical Center within the Engineering Department of the Facilities Management Service. The role operates tractors and mobile equipment to move passengers and goods between facilities, performs grounds maintenance, and conducts routine preventive maintenance to keep facility operations safe and dependable.

Applicants must meet the screen-out requirement for a Class D Chauffeur license with Passenger Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and related equipment to transport passengers and cargo between facilities.
• Perform grounds installation, maintenance and repair as part of facilities operations.
• Conduct routine equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance for safe operations.

Job description

The Tractor Operator position is based at the Des Moines VA Medical Center within the Engineering Department of the Facilities Management Service. The role operates tractors and mobile equipment to move passengers and goods between facilities, performs grounds maintenance, and conducts routine preventive maintenance to keep facility operations safe and dependable.

Applicants must meet the screen-out requirement for a Class D Chauffeur license with Passenger Endorsement.