Tractor Operator - NSS

Chugach Government Solutions

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for mowing and vegetation control across diverse terrain, maintaining ground aesthetics, supporting ground maintenance operations and ensuring safe, efficient equipment use.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to drive and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the operation of an agricultural type of tractor, functions and proper use of major assemblies and attachments, equipment limitations; operator, responsibilities before, during and after operations maintenance and safety precautions.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain required NASA badge.
• Must be able to provide a certified Birth Certificate (with state seal), Passport, or INS Citizenship documents on date of hire (candidate will be sent home if this paperwork is not provided upon arrival on date of hire).
• Must have the ability to communicate the English language, both verbally and written, in an effective manner.

Nice To Haves

• Good organizational and planning skills
• Good Communication skills
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work with computers
• Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions
• Ability to interface with various levels of personnel in a multi-cultural, team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Operate Tractors and related implements (e.g., bush hog/rotary cutter, finish mower, box blade, front -end loader, PTO driven attachments) for mowing, grading, and debris management.
• Conduct pre/post-operation inspections; report and document mechanical issues
• Transport equipment safely; load/unload trailers when required
• Operate chainsaws for tree/limb removal, brush clearing, and storm cleanup, following best practice felling and bucking techniques
• Provide grass and weed cutting operation with weed eater, edger, and cleanup operation with motorized blower.
• Provide support as required in the ground’s maintenance areas, Such as spring and fall mulch placement, tree trimming and debris removal.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED