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Tractor Operator

Department of the Army
Army Installation Management Command
Directorate of Public Works
This job announcement has closed

Summary

About the Position: This position is located within the Directorate of Public Works at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

This is a Temporary Appointment Not-To-Exceed 15-NOV-2022.

This is an open continuous announcement for Tractor Operators. Recruitment will continue through the closing date to fill positions as they become vacant. Applications are valid for 3 months in the system. Applicants must reapply after the 3 month time period expires to remain active.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
02/10/2023 to 09/30/2023
Salary
$18.01 to - $21.01 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 4
Location
21 vacancies in the following location:
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary - 15-NOV-2023
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
SWKA231263847530SHW
Control number
705515200

Duties

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  • Operate a riding mower and/or a small tractor in mowing and grounds maintenance work.
  • Maneuver tractor and equipment in confined areas such as between shrubs and trees and along fences and curbs.
  • Perform various tasks in support of buildings and grounds upkeep to include mowing, raking, area police, etc.
  • Perform minor maintenance on equipment to keep in safe working condition.
  • Maintain records and document actions, such as operator inspection checklists.
  • Perform laborer tasks such as mowing with push mowers, and using weed eaters and clippers to trim along sidewalks, roads and bushes.
  • Make judgments concerning tractor operations to maintain safety at work sites.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Incumbent is subject to a medical clearance examination prior to employment. Further physical requirements include full use of all limbs, joints, muscles, vision, hearing, etc.
  • This position requires wear of uniform and/or protective gear.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Tractor Operator~ without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common operation of a field type tractor and attached or towed mower or cutter bar, operate a riding lawn mower and work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
  • Physical Effort: Work requires arm and leg movement to manipulate equipment controls; frequent walking, bending, stooping, pushing of conveyances, etc.; frequently lifts, carries and moves objects weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lifts items over 60 pounds.
  • Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and outdoors involving exposure to temperature extremes. Is exposed to noise, dust and dirt and possibility of bruises, cuts and scrapes.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 17 - Material Maintenance Management position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.
  • If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is NOT authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Relocation/Recruitment Incentive is NOT authorized.
  • Fort Leonard Wood employees may have the following available to them: work out facilities, golf course, swimming pools, tennis courts, rental program (e.g. pop up campers, trailers), ample free parking, a youth center and childcare services. Fort Leonard Wood employees may also have access to the Fort Leonard Wood Lake of the Ozark Recreational Area (LORA). LORA is a great place to get away from all the worries of everyday life.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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