Tractor Operator NA-06.

Obsolete Site; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site is seeking a field-type tractor operator to support on-site operations with attached and towed equipment. You will plan work sequences, transport materials, and perform planting, mowing, and application tasks as required.

The role requires one year of related experience and a valid driver’s license, with potential for a government motor vehicle operator’s permit. You will perform routine maintenance and adjustments on equipment and may work flexible shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have one-year related experience operating and maintaining a field-type tractor and attached equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• May be required to obtain a Government motor vehicle operator's permit.

Responsibilities

• Operate a field-type tractor with attached and towed equipment and plan work order sequences.
• Perform minor maintenance on tractors and equipment (fluid checks, filters, servicing blades, lubrication).
• Connect tractor to equipment and adjust settings (blade height, plow depth, sprayer rate).
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Field-type tractor operation

Vehicle operation accuracy

Valid driver's license

Tools

Government motor vehicle permit (if required)

Job description

Duties

• Operates a field-type tractor with attached and towed equipment. Plans the order in which work is to be accomplished; transports materials and equipment; and digs, loads, plants, clears, mows and dispenses liquid and solid materials.
• May operate under different conditions, such as mud, snow, and areas where trees and shrubs present operational hazards.
• Performs minor maintenance on field-type tractors and attached and towed equipment such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, servicing blades, lubricating equipment, and making needed adjustments.
• Makes multiple connections between the tractor and attached or towed equipment. Adjusts the equipment for job requirements such as setting the height of mower blades, depth of plow blades, and the rate of application of sprayer attachments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Appointment is subject to favorable suitability determination.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, paragraph 2, including a Tier 1 background investigation and medical examination.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be available to work day, evening, weekend, depending on the organization's needs.
• Must be willing to accept a flexible appointment.
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) as required by Army Regulation 600-85. A negative drug test is required prior to appointment for a TDP. Incumbent will be subject to subsequent random drug tests as required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license while employed in this position.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Must have one-year related experience in operating and performing minor maintenance on a field-type tractor and associated equipment.
• Must have and retain valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Government motor vehicle operator's permit if required

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This job is open to candidates Worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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