Tractor Operator (Gardening)

Summary

This position is located at Fort Jackson Golf Course.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

Adjusts attachments to the equipment for proper level, angles, or depth, according to the work to be done and the type of equipment used. Incumbent also clears brush, rocks, and removes tree stumps.

Operates heavy equipment to maintain multiple golf courses. Duties include mowing, pushing, pulling, piling, or load materials, such as sand, gravel, or earth, to accomplish landscaping, filling, digging of ditches and holes, and hauling.

Equipment used includes lawn mowers, tractors, fork lifts, aerators, verti-cut machines, backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, and rollers.

Performs necessary repair and maintenance work on equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applies fertilizer, sow seeds, and sods needed areas. Sprays or applies insecticides and herbicides, as directed. When required, waters different areas of golf course.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.

Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.

Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.

Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2.

Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Will be required to pass a physical examination.

Position, duty hours, location and/or activity are subject to change based on mission requirements.

Qualifications

1.Experience and training that furnish the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position consistent with accepted practices of the trade; including skill in operating vehicles of the type described in the duties of the position.

2.Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations to determine when mechanical or operational problems indicate that vehicles are unsafe for operation.

3. Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools and equipment.

4. Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions and other materials related to the job.

5. Ability to do the work of the position under normal supervision.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is world-wide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 2:30PM by 05/27/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating. PCS Costs

Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. FWS Allowances and Differentials

This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position. Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives will not be paid. Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances

Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

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Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military

NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)

NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action

NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)

NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)

NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)

NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)

NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

Cover Letter

DD-214/ Statement of Service

DA Form 3434

Submit marriage certificate if name is not listed on spouse military orders.

PCS Orders

Resume

Separation Notice (RIF)

SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action