Job Description
This position is part of the AbilityOne Program and requires a documented disability.
Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.
Why This Role Matters
The Tractor Operator plays a key role in maintaining safe, clean, and well-kept industrial, commercial, and public grounds. This position supports essential grounds maintenance operations on federal and contracted sites by operating heavy equipment and ensuring all assigned areas meet established standards of appearance, safety, and functionality. The work directly contributes to maintaining compliant, efficient, and well-maintained outdoor environments for clients and the public.
What You Will Do
- Operate gasoline or diesel-powered tractors to move materials, tow trailers, and transport or position heavy equipment.
- Use tractors to pull or operate attachments such as graders, plows, rollers, mowers (over 2000 lbs.), backhoes, seeders, and disc harrows.
- Attach, detach, and adjust tractor implements for proper and safe operation.
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including tightening bolts, replacing washers, cotter pins, screws, and lubricating equipment.
- Pull embedded objects and operate winches to lift, lower, or load heavy materials and equipment.
- Perform day-to-day grounds maintenance on federal site contracts including parks, green spaces, athletic fields, playgrounds, and other designated properties.
- Operate hand tools and power tools as directed by the Project Manager.
- Ensure equipment is used correctly and maintained in proper working condition.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contract requirements.
- Assist in maintaining production schedules and meeting all contract performance standards.