Job Description
Summary This Tractor Operator position is located within Facilities Management at the Mid-Atlantic Healthcare Network in Ashville, NC. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties Duties include but may not be limited to: Operates farm-type tractors, backhoe attachments and front end loaders; Operates trucks for delivery of items from one area to another, such as supplies, equipment, furniture, food, soiled linen etc.; Operates mowers to mow lawns, to remove leaves, to remove snow, clean parking lots, roads, sidewalks, entranceways, and to remove and replace soil; Performs daily cleaning and maintenance of tractor, truck and all equipment used; Performs backhoe operations and snow/ice removal; Plants trees, shrubs and flower beds; Keeps trash and debris removed from roadways, sidewalks and entrances; Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm or 7:00am-3:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Pre-employment physical required Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents ). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) You will be required to obtain a Pest Control License/Certification for the use of fungicides, herbicides and insecticides in support of grounds maintenance. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) has been identified for this position . Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. The SPF for this position is: Do you have a valid state driver's license? (Please do not submit a copy of your driver's license; we may not accept pictures. This will be verified if interviewed) PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK CONDITIONS: The position requires more frequent bending, stooping, reaching with both legs, and arm movement to operate truck and tractor like equipment. The incumbent is expected to apply heavy physical effort in doing such tasks as frequently lifting and moving objects, and operating (push type) power mowers on rough terrain or pushing heavy equipment attachments. Precise work is required when performing backhoe operations and snow/ice removal. Generally, work is performed outside in all kinds of weather, including freezing conditions. Work is dirty, dusty and noisy. Equipment operated requires special care to avoid serious injury. Incumbent must utilize proper personal protective equipment. Incumbent is subject to falls, bruises, cuts and occasional broken bones. Incumbent may be exposed to injury from overturned tractors, which are operated on steep grades and slopes. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position, the job element method is used to match what you, the applicant,