TRACTOR OPERATOR (GARDNER)

Department: 56 Force Support Squadron (FSS) Funding Type: Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Employment Type: Flexible (No guaranteed hours, no benefits) Core Mission: Tractor Operator (Gardener) to join our team at the Falcon Dunes Golf Course at Luke AFB. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the pristine condition of our course greens, fairways, and grounds. If you have experience operating field tractors, grounds maintenance machinery, and love working as part of a team.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/06/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Equipment Coordination: Experience demonstrating the ability to manipulate both tractor and equipment controls simultaneously. Technical Skill: Knowledge of equipment connections to hook up mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines safely. Terrain Handling: Skill to manipulate, maneuver, and operate equipment over different and uneven types of terrain. Tractor Operations: Direct experience operating and performing operator-level preventive maintenance on field-type tractors and associated equipment. Gardening Procedures: Basic knowledge of gardening, turf management, and landscaping techniques. Communication: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with supervisors, team members, and golf course patrons.