Tractor Operator

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Qualifications
0-3 years of grounds experience required
Ability to perform heavy physical labor is required
Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance company
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances as background checks will be conducted for this position
Benefits
Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Variable Shifts
Compensation: $21.37-$21.37/hour
Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees
Full-Time Benefits Of a Tractor Operator At Skookum Include
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Health and Welfare Benefit ($6.50 per hour worked)
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for using tractors, gang mowers, plow snow, and other grounds equipment to service all grounds maintenance requirements and ensures the grounds are clean, safe and attractive
Operates medium and/or large tractor, gang mowers (not to exceed a total weight of 25,000 lbs) and other ground equipment (weed eaters, chain saws and brush cutters, etc.)
to services all grounds
Provides and maintains all grass cutting equipment for grounds maintenance
Items include, but not limited to, mowers, lawn vacuum/blowing devices, tractors, equipment with mowing accessories, string trimmers, landscape edgers and other equipment as required to perform work under this functional area
Responsible for grass cutting in designated areas and to be accomplished in a manner such that it is not uneven or rough and is free of scalping, rutting, and bruising
Remove rubbish, debris, trash from the maintenance area and along the foundation walls
Operate snowplows to remove snow from maintenance area, spread salt on grounds, and shovel side walks
Position duties require working outside in the weather
Work site location can include steep inclines, such as slopes, hills, and uneven ground surfaces
Position may require working in high places such as scaffolding, ladders, man baskets, and/or cherry pickers
Job description
Location: Dickerson, MD (NIH Poolesville)

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Variable Shifts

Compensation: $21.37-$21.37/hour

Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time Benefits Of a Tractor Operator At Skookum Include
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Welfare Benefit ($6.50 per hour worked)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking a reliable Tractor Operator with a helpful attitude. This individual will be responsible for using tractors, gang mowers, plow snow, and other grounds equipment to service all grounds maintenance requirements and ensures the grounds are clean, safe and attractive.

Typical Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
• Operates medium and/or large tractor, gang mowers (not to exceed a total weight of 25,000 lbs) and other ground equipment (weed eaters, chain saws and brush cutters, etc.) to services all grounds.
• Provides and maintains all grass cutting equipment for grounds maintenance. Items include, but not limited to, mowers, lawn vacuum/blowing devices, tractors, equipment with mowing accessories, string trimmers, landscape edgers and other equipment as required to perform work under this functional area.
• Responsible for grass cutting in designated areas and to be accomplished in a manner such that it is not uneven or rough and is free of scalping, rutting, and bruising.
• Remove rubbish, debris, trash from the maintenance area and along the foundation walls.
• Operate snowplows to remove snow from maintenance area, spread salt on grounds, and shovel side walks.

Qualifications
• 0-3 years of grounds experience required.
• Knowledge and experience with large tractor gang mowers and other power-driven ground equipment is desired.
• Knowledge of safe work practices is preferred.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor is required.

Physical Demands
• Position duties require working outside in the weather. Conditions may include rain, cold and/or heat.
• Work site location can include steep inclines, such as slopes, hills, and uneven ground surfaces.
• Position may require working in high places such as scaffolding, ladders, man baskets, and/or cherry pickers.

Requirements
• A Valid State Driver’s license is required, CDL B is preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance company.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances as background checks will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals With Disabilities Are Encouraged To Apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 34+, or email recruiting@skookum.org.

Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify