Tractor Operator

Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position:The U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY is an academic institution located in the Hudson River Valley, 50 miles from New York City. The historic site is the oldest continuously occupied military post in America. West Point is a self-contained city with housing, a Dept. of Public Works, libraries, hospital, fire dept. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position requires obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license. Position requires work to be performed outside, occasionally in inclement weather. Position is weather essential. Position requires Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. Qualifications Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Who May Apply: US Citizens 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 such as: operating various types of gasoline, diesel, battery, and/or gas - electric powered landscaping machines and lawnmowers to mow and trim areas; utilize tractor attachments to sweep walking surfaces and a snow blower attachment for use in winter; maintain equipment by doing basic repairs such as sharpening blades and replacing damaged belts. Operating hand-held tools, such as string trimmer, backpack blower and chainsaw. - 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 Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Operation of Motor Vehicles Reliability and Dependability as a Tractor Operator Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Physical Effort: Continuous arm movement is required to operate mower and string trimmers. May be required to maneuver mower over obstructions such as sidewalks and curbing. May be subject to frequent walking and pushing of equipment. Required to frequently, lift weight up to 50 pounds. Needs to be able to be on their feet working for a full day work. Work Conditions: Work is performed outside, occasionally in bad weather. Operator is constantly exposed to unpleasant noise levels, and vibrations and jolting caused by the mower. Work often exposes operator to extreme temperatures of heat due to long periods in the sum since mower is usually operated in open areas. Operator sits for very long periods of time. Incumbent may be exposed to dust from fertilizers used in work areas. Required to wear appropriated safety gear. Needs to be able to work on hillsides and on unleveled terrain. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. 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 Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Basic knowledge of irrigation techniques is a plus. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be authorized. Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized. Student loan repayment may be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized. Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized. Incentives are not automatic and subject to approval and availability of funds. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.