Tractor Operator - Landscaping

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  • Shift: Monday through Friday - 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  
  
  • Location: Key West Naval Base
    
  
  
  • Hourly Rate: $18.75, variable housing allowance of $1.75, ancillary allowance of $1.05, and an additional offset earning at $3.45 for each hour worked. Your total compensation will be $25.00 for each hour worked.
  
  
  
  

We're looking for a confident, handson commercial Landscaping Tractor Operator who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in wellkept properties, and knows how to handle equipment with skill and care.

• Operate tractors and a variety of attachments, including mowing decks, loaders, aerators, tillers, snow blowers, sweepers, and grading blades to complete commercial landscaping tasks.


• Perform largearea mowing for fields, road edges, parks, commercial campuses, and other expansive properties with accuracy and efficiency.


• Transport soil, mulch, gravel, debris, and equipment using tractor buckets, trailers, or forks.


• Conduct site preparation by grading, leveling, and preparing land for planting, seeding, sod installation, or constructionrelated landscaping.


• Perform snow and ice management by operating plows, blowers, and sand/salt spreaders during winter months.


• Assist with irrigation work, including trenching and supporting installation or repair of irrigation lines using tractor attachments.


• Complete daily equipment inspections, checking fluids, tires, blades, hydraulics, and safety systems before operation.


• Perform basic mechanical upkeep such as cleaning equipment, sharpening blades, greasing fittings, and reporting or repairing minor issues.


• Keep work areas clean and safe by removing debris, securing tools, and maintaining orderly job sites.


• Assist landscaping crews with planting, mulching, trimming, edging, and general groundskeeping when not operating equipment.


• Support landscape installation through layout assistance, bed preparation, and material placement.


• Document daily work activities, equipment inspections, and fuel usage.


• Coordinate with supervisors to receive assignments, report hazards, and communicate equipment needs.

What You Need to be Successful:

• Experience operating tractors and heavy landscaping equipment in commercial, municipal, or largeproperty settings.


• Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or outdoor labor-intensive work.


• Strong understanding of landscape maintenance practices, soil preparation, and turf care.


• Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards and safe equipment practices.


• Strong understanding of tractor controls, hydraulics, and attachments.


• Valid RealID


• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Bonus If You Have These Skills:

• Familiarity with seasonal operations such as mowing, grading, snow removal, or site preparation.


• Strong problemsolving skills for onsite adjustments, terrain challenges, and equipment issues.


• Effective communication skills for coordinating with supervisors, crew members, and clients.


• Timemanagement skills to complete tasks efficiently across multiple job sites.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, site plans, and safety guidelines.


• Ability to maintain focus, situational awareness, and safe operation over long work periods.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Be part of a team that appreciates your hard work and helps you grow.


• Get support from our Employee Wellness Coordinator.


• Work outside in the fresh air and sunshine-no desk required.


• See the difference you make every day by creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes.


• Grow your career-many of our team members move up and take on new roles.


• Stay active and fit while you work-who needs a gym when your job keeps you moving?

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package

Employer Paid Benefits Includes:

• Insurance - Medical & Dental


• Vision - (Voluntary Benefit)


• Telemedicine


• Retirement Plan & Match Options


• Short Term Disability


• Life Insurance


• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick time

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods throughout the workday.


• Requires the ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.


• Involves repetitive motions such as raking, shoveling, trimming, and pushing landscaping equipment.


• Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle tools and perform detailed tasks.


• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.


• May involve exposure to dust, pollen, fertilizers, and other landscaping materials or chemicals.


• Requires visual acuity to inspect work quality, identify hazards, and ensure safety compliance.


• Must be able to hear and respond to verbal instructions, equipment sounds, and environmental cues.


• Involves navigating uneven terrain, slopes, and potentially slippery or muddy surfaces.


• May require wearing personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, and boots.


• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

CW's Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

We welcome all individuals to apply for this position. At CW, we are committed to maintaining a respectful and supportive work environment where all employees are valued for their contributions. All applicants will be given equal consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding discrimination.

Company Overview: CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We're proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: CW Group, Inc. Entities and Affiliates are committed to pay transparency and fairness. Salary ranges provided reflect the expected compensation based on experience, education, skills, qualifications, location and other relevant job-related factors, and may include additional components such as incentive compensation and benefits. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable laws and business needs (such as contractual obligations).

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