Tractor Operator

Tractor Operator

Help This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by AFGE. Please note that as provided for in the AFGE/VA Master Agreement the FIRST area of consideration for this position will be permanent employees of the local facility in which this position is being filled, the SECOND area of consideration will be employees at other VA facilities, and the THIRD area of consideration will be all other eligibles. The incumbent operates both tractor and towed/attached equipment powered equipment. Performs as the back up operator for the backhoe/loader used for digging graves. As required, operates air compressor equipped with clay spade, rock drill, and mud or frost wedges. Drives over reasonably level ground, exercising care to avoid trees, shrubs and headstones. The incumbent also performs cemetery caretaking tasks operating a variety of equipment such as gas driven trimmers, mowers, plows, tillers, etc. Plants, transplants, and performs minor pruning. Also performs incidental carpentry tasks and manual tasks relative to interment and ground maintenance. Work schedule: May be required to work Monday through Friday to include occasional weekends. Due to the mission of the National Cemetery, the cemetery cannot be closed for more than 2 consecutive days at any given time. Additionally, when a Federal holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, staff may be required to work on that holiday or a Saturday. All staff is required to work Memorial Day each year. Staff will be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays when necessary to meet the needs of the cemetery. Occasionally staff may be called back to the facility to perform emergency overtime work. Position Description Title/PD#: Tractor Operator / PD1607634 The full performance level of this position is WG - 07. Relocation Expenses: Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required