JOB SUMMARY: The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April through October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2025 MAJOR DUTIES: On a recurring basis, operates farm type tractors with towed or attached equipment to maintain grounds, trails, and road shoulders, and/or perform farming-type functions. The incumbent operates this equipment's implements by manipulating hydraulic or mechanical controls while simultaneously driving. Equipment operated may include mowers, plows, chippers, farm-type three-point implements, augers, rotary brooms and backhoes. This equipment may be direct driver, or a power take off. Work may involve making multiple hydraulic and mechanical connections between the towed and/or attached equipment and the tractor. Incumbent works on mostly level or steep rolling terrain in such areas as open fields, parks, backcountry trails, fire roads, or along roadways. Physical Demands: Incumbent operates tractors in all types of terrain (steep and level) and along roadways. Incumbent must be able to perform heavy strenuous lifting (50 pounds), and is comfortable when stooping, bending, climbing, and working in cramped positions. The incumbent frequently operates towed or attached equipment from the seat of the tractor through hydraulic or mechanical controls. Grade 66 tractor operators exert additional effort in operating equipment controls making more frequent arm and leg movements. Working Conditions: Work location is outside, potentially in extreme temperatures. Incumbent must be capable of sustained physical effort under these conditions. Dirt, dust, and marginal ranges of air pollution are present. Operators at the Grade 6 level primarily work outside and are exposed to all kinds of weather conditions. Some operators are exposed to chemicals, dust and sprays and may need to wear protective clothing and respirators. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
