Tractor Operator

Job Description

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position: AbilityOne.

Typical Duties

• Operates a tractor to move materials, draw implements, tow trailers, and pull objects embedded in ground;
• Pull cable of winch to raise, lower, or load heavy material or equipment;
• Fasten attachments such as graders, plows, rollers, mowers, backhoes, seeders or disc harrows to tractor;
• Maintains and reviews equipment, structures, materials, events, and environment to detect and assess problems;
• Adheres to procedures, regulations and guidelines while minimizing errors and safety risks;
• May lubricate and make minor repairs to tractor and attachments;
• Inspects tractors and equipment per company requirements to ensure proper operation and safe condition;
• Performs grounds maintenance laborer duties as needed;
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in operating tractors or similar heavy equipment;
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and instructions;
• Ability to follow established safety rules applicable to tractor operators, to maintain a safe environment, and to adapt and respond to potentially hazardous conditions and use the appropriate PPE;
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities, and to build effective working relationships with coworkers and customers;
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving and common sense skills.

Education Requirements

Not Applicable

Certificates or Licenses Required

The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements: Valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements

• Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:
• Maneuvering over uneven ground;
• Maneuvering in, around, and on equipment;
• Climbing and working from high platforms;
• Reaching, pushing, and pulling gears to operate levers, and steering wheel;
• Bending, stooping, and reaching;
• Lifting or moving tools, equipment and/or materials up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed at a customer’s location on job sites in a construction environment with various tools, and mechanical, electrical and construction equipment. Transporting to work locations within the site. At times, may be required to work in confined spaces. Employees may be exposed to hazardous equipment, toxic substances, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat. Travel between facilities and work locations may be required.

How To Apply

Ready to make an impact? Join an organization where business meets purpose and every role contributes to a greater mission. Apply today at PRIDE Careers and be part of something meaningful. Learn more about who we are and what we stand for at www.prideindustries.com. PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.