USAJOBS · 11 hours ago
TRACTOR OPER A06*
Beaufort, South Carolina, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21.47/hr - $21.47/hrMarine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! The role involves operating farm-type tractors and various towed equipment while providing excellent customer service and adhering to safety regulations.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy
Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner
Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact
Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems
Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services
Takes action to solve problems quickly
Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise
Adheres to safety regulations and standards
Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures
Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and ability to manipulate both tractor and equipment controls at the same time
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
Possess or be able to obtain applicable state and/or government driver's licenses
Receives oral and written assignments from the supervisor or higher-grade worker
Performs duties according to established methods and special instructions
Selects appropriate gears, power settings, and speeds for equipment operations, based on various soil conditions
Makes judgments concerning lift capacity weight, and balance or load
Responsible for operator maintenance on tractors and equipment such as checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing and sharpening blades, lubricating equipment and making necessary adjustments
Work requires light to moderate physical effort in performing duties such as operating tractors and uncoupling and making couplings between tractors and towed vehicles
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and arm and leg movement to work tractor controls
Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance
Work is performed both inside and outside
Operators are subject to drafts, noise, and varying temperatures
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
Must follow safety practices and wear issued safety equipment
Benefits
Stability of Federal Civilian Service
People with passion for doing work that matters
Quality of Work Life Balance
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefit Packages
Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
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