Tractor Operator NA-06

This position is located at Fort Leavenworth, Field and Maintenance Department. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Applications will be referred to management at their request or on a weekly basis. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

Major 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.

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