Tractor Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Point Reyes Station, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Tractor Operator works a variable seasonal schedule, typically for no more than six months between April and October, depending on weather, project needs, and funding. The anticipated entry-on-duty period is April–May 2027. The appointment is temporary and seasonal, expected to end when the season’s work is complete; the duration is generally limited to 1,039 hours, though it may be up to 1,560 hours depending on the park and program. Employment may end at any time due to funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations.

The position operates farm-type tractors and attached or towed equipment to maintain grounds, roads, and medians or perform farming functions. Work takes place on varied terrain and along roadways, outdoors in potentially extreme temperatures, with exposure to dirt, dust, and marginal air pollution. The operator must be capable of sustained physical effort, including strenuous lifting and work in awkward positions.

The position requires a valid driver’s license throughout employment. The incumbent may need to complete training and operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle, work on call or outside regular hours, travel overnight, and occupy government quarters if required. A uniform is required, and a uniform allowance is provided. Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or national.
• Pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participate in Direct Deposit and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
• Be at least 18 years old, or be at least 16 and meet one of the stated education, training, school-authority, or student-employment conditions.
• Meet the job-related factors: ability to do the work without more than normal supervision; operation of motor vehicles; work practices; ability to interpret instructions and specifications related to mobile equipment operation; ability to drive safely; ability to operate non-motor vehicles safely; and reliability and dependability as a tractor operator.
• Meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element and an average of at least 2 points across all job elements.
• Describe relevant experience and training in the application and ensure the resume supports responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical activities including stooping, bending, climbing, and working in cramped positions.
• Wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
• Be available for on-call work, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, or shift work if required.
• Travel overnight away from home if required.
• Obtain a government charge card for travel purposes if required.
• Occupy government quarters if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm-type tractors and attached or towed equipment to maintain grounds, roads, and medians or perform farming functions.
• Frequently operate equipment from the tractor seat using hydraulic or mechanical controls.
• Make hydraulic and mechanical connections between the tractor and equipment such as mowers, plows, harrows, chippers, sprayers, disks, post-hole diggers, and backhoes.
• Work on level or rolling terrain, including open fields, parks, and roadsides.
• Operate tractors on steep and level terrain and along roadways.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package may be available; eligibility depends on the position type and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed