Tractor Operator, NA-5705-06

BRIEF DESCRIPTION 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. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • 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 driver's licenses.