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Tractor Operator (Gardener)

$20 an hour
Air Combat Command
Poquoson Full-day Full-time

Description:


About the position:
This is a Temporary Flexible (part-time) position, not to exceed 15 November 2024 and will be assigned to the Eaglewood Golf Course at Join Base Langley-Eustis, VA. This position does not have guaranteed work hours. You may be scheduled from 0 to 40 hours per week.

The purpose of this position is to plan and perform seasonal gardening and grounds maintenance duties associated with the golf course. The position requires the use of motor vehicles and tractors.

Requirements:

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/25/2024

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Must have experience which demonstrates knowledge of seasonal gardening tasks, such as; fertilizing, preparing seedbeds, transplanting, laying sod, aerating, pruning, trimming, and applying chemicals to plants; grounds maintenance; skill in operating a variety of tractors and in operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a GVW of more than 10,000 and up to 26,000 pounds. Must be able to follow written and/or oral instructions, work orders, and specifications related to gardening, motor vehicle and tractor operation, and to perform pre-check and post-check operations on equipment and vehicles. Must be able to reach, bend, turn or move hands, arms, feet, and legs. Must be able to lift and carry parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Requires possession of a valid motor vehicle license. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). "This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use."
Mar 28, 2024;   from: usajobs.gov