Tractor Operator

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.

Education/Certifications:

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Valid Texas driver's license

Experience:

Two years’ experience in gardening and landscape maintenance

Ability to follow directions

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of gardening and landscape maintenance.

Ability to communicate (verbally)

Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment

Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools & hand tools

Ability to read and understand written instruction

Ability to work with people and take direction from supervisor

Ability to operate a truck up to 1 ½ tons

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Act as crew lead when supervisor is off

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:

Tools/Equipment Used: 1 ½ ton lift gate truck, dollies, piano rollers and power lifts
Posture/Motion/Lifting: Continuous walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching,

carrying, and heavy lifting. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, outside and inside

Environment: Exposure to extreme temperatures and loud noises. Frequent district wide travel, works

around machinery with moving parts

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress;

communicate effectively and professionally at all times

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Mow, weed eat and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for trees, shrubs and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and caring for beds.
• Watering grounds and applying fertilizer.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish and refuse from district facilities.
• Inspect grounds and facilities and initiate needed repairs, including building and repair of fences and gates.
• Operate tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including, lifting, climbing, etc.
• Ensure that vehicles, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Assists in maintaining storage areas in a safe and clean manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.