TRACTOR OPERATOR (GROUNDS MAINTENANCE), NA-5705-06

Full Job Description

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!

MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

What are we looking for? Work requires knowledge and ability to manipulate both tractor and equipment controls at the same time, e.g., operate tractors while raising and lowering gang mowers.

Skill in operating boom slope mowers to cut grass on slopes while operating the tractor on level ground or along roads.

Knowledge of equipment to make multiple connections from the equipment to the tractor, connecting mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines.

Skill in performing tasks associated with grounds maintenance. Knowledge of operating characteristics of the tractor and towed or attached equipment. Knowledge of equipment capabilities.

Must possess or be able to obtain applicable government operator permits. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Major Duties:

What to Expect Operates farm-type tractors and towed or attached equipment such as gang mowers, aerators, plows, harrows, chippers, sprayers, disks, post hole diggers, front-end loading devices, movable dozer blades, and backhoes.

Frequently operates towed or attached equipment from the seat of the tractor through hydraulic or mechanical controls. Equipment may be powered to maintain grounds by direct drive or a power takeoff.

Makes multiple mechanical and hydraulic connections between the towed or attached equipment and the tractor and makes numerous equipment adjustments.

Performs operator maintenance on tractors and equipment. Works on level or rolling terrain in such areas as open fields, golf courses, lawns, and along roadways.

Performs a variety of general grounds maintenance functions such as operation of lawn mowers, both towed and self-propelled. Various trimming and spreading of equipment, both towed and self-propelled.

Exposed to weather and temperature extremes outside, as well as high noise levels, vibrations, and jolts from tractor and towed equipment. Exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and fumes.

Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and arm and leg movement to work tractor controls. Lifts and carries objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.

Performs other related duties as assigned.