TRACTOR OPER A06*

MCCS Job Opening Information

Position/GradeTRACTOR OPERATOR NA06 LocationATHLETICS MCRD PARRIS ISLANDType of AppointmentFULL-TIMEOpen Date17 SEPT 2026Close Date24 SEPT 2026Who May ApplyOPEN TO ALL SOURCESSalary$21.69 / HOURHours of OperationMONDAY - FRIDAY 0700-1530 [ ] Health Card Required[X ] Background Check Required[ ] Gun Control[ ] Drug Testing Position (DTP)[ X] Valid Drivers License Required

Job Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.

FIRST AND FOREMOST THE POSITION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SERVING MARINES, SAILORS AND FAMILY MEMBERS.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE PROGRAM (MSP)

FOR JOB POSTINGS WITH A GRADE OF NF01 - NF03, GSE02-GSE05 (CHILDCARE), NA03 & NA10 (CRAFTS & TRADES) IF MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE IS BEING CLAIMED, PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF THE ACTIVE-DUTY SPOUSES ORDERS TO THE APPLICATION.

ORDERS MUST INCLUDE APPLICANTS NAME AND ACTIVE-DUTY SPOUSES ASSIGNMENT TO

MCRD PARRIS ISLAND, MCAS BEAUFORT OR NAVAL HOSPITAL BEAUFORT. MSP PROGRAM APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION.

WHEN APPLYING FOR REGULAR PART-TIME OR REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITIONS, SPOUSE PREFERENCE CAN BE USED ONLY ONCE PER ROTATION TO THE DUTY STATION

Major Duties

Summary of Duties: Operates farm-type tractors and towed or attached equipment such as gang mowers, aerators, plows, harrows, chippers, sprayers, disks, post hole diggers, front-end loading devices, movable dozer blades, and backhoes. Frequently operates towed or attached equipment from the seat of the tractor through hydraulic or mechanical controls. Equipment may be powered to maintain grounds by direct drive or a power takeoff. Makes multiple mechanical and hydraulic connections between the towed or attached equipment and the tractor and makes numerous equipment adjustments. Performs operator maintenance on tractors and equipment. Works on level or rolling terrain in such areas as open fields, golf courses, lawns, and along roadways.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.

Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.

Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Knowledge:

Work requires knowledge and ability to manipulate both tractor and equipment controls at the same time, e.g., operate tractors while raising and lowering gang mowers. Skill in operating boom slope mowers to cut grass on slopes while operating the tractor on level ground or along roads. Knowledge of equipment to make multiple connections from the equipment to the tractor, connecting mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines. Skill in performing tasks associated with grounds maintenance. Knowledge of operating characteristics of the tractor and towed or attached equipment. Knowledge of equipment capabilities. Possess or be able to obtain applicable state and/or government drivers licenses.

Responsibility: Receives oral and written assignments from the supervisor or higher-grade worker. Performs duties according to established methods and special instructions. Selects appropriate gears, power settings, and speeds for equipment operations, based on various soil conditions. Makes judgments concerning lift capacity weight, and balance or load. Responsible for operator maintenance on tractors and equipment such as checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing and sharpening blades, lubricating equipment and making necessary adjustments.

Physical Effort: Work requires light to moderate physical effort in performing duties such as operating tractors and uncoupling and making couplings between tractors and towed vehicles. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and arm and leg movement to work tractor controls. Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside. Operators are subject to drafts, noise, and varying temperatures. Exposed to weather and temperature extremes outside, as well as high noise levels, vibrations, and jolts from tractor and towed equipment. Exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and fumes. Must follow safety practices and wear issued safety equipment.

How To Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Closing Statement

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

• Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
• If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
• Resume that does not exceed 2 pages

IMPORTANT: To align with the Merit Hiring Plan, Federal Agencies will not accept resumes that exceed two pages. Accordingly, the NAF HRO will only consider resumes that are two pages or fewer. Resumes exceeding this limit will not be referred and will be deemed ineligible for consideration.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Marijuana is a Schedule 1 drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.

Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relative.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.