FUL-Tractor Operator (Seasonal)

Overview

You will serve as a FUL-Tractor Operator (Seasonal) WG-5705-5 working in Decatur Alabama for the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. This is a temporary not to exceed 1039 hours position. This position is being filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority (FUL). See below under Additional Information for further eligibility guidance.

Major Duties

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operates hand tools and small two cycle engines, such as chain saws, weed eaters, portable pumps, and lawn mowers. Operates gasoline or diesel powered tractors that are 75 horsepower - 100 horsepower and weigh 7,000 - 12,000 gross vehicle weight. Operates tractor-towed mower and boom ax to trim overhanging branches in order to create fire breaks on refuge properties. Mows grass and weeds along river banks; in wooded, range, and marshey areas; along roadways; and near open fields. Performs limited operator maintenance such as checking and replacing fluids, hoses, tires, batteries, and fittings.

Qualifications

Field Unit Local Hiring Authority This position is being filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Eligibility is limited to applicants who reside within the defined local commuting area at the time of application. For this announcement, the local commuting area is the area from which individuals can reasonably commute to the duty station under normal conditions. The defined vicinity for this position is: within 50 miles of one of the following locations: Residency will be verified during the hiring process. Applicants must provide proof of residency within the defined vicinity (e.g. mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, insurance policy, etc.). By the closing date of this announcement, you must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Handbook X118C, Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupation. http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/ Although no specific amount of experience, education or training is required, applicants must meet a minimum level of ability in relation to the position and the Assessment Questionnaire in order to be rated qualified for consideration. To be qualified candidates must meet any screen out element(s) listed at an "acceptable" level, and must achieve an average rating of at least "acceptable" on all of the elements. Only education, training, or experience acquired before the closing date of this announcement will be considered. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements. The screen out element for this position is: Ability to do the work of a Tractor Operator without more than normal supervision. This experience may include: 1) safely operated farm-type gasoline or diesel-powered tractors with attachments and self-propelled sprayers on flat or rolling terrain, 2) performed several different operations such as planting, cultivating, mowing and hauling without supervision or I have instructed others in tractor operations, 3) performed preventative maintenance on tractors and equipment (i.e., checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing and sharpening blades, lubricating equipment, and making necessary adjustments). Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. Driver's License: Must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license prior to operating Government-owned vehicles.