Seasonal Tractor Operator

Location: Airway Heights, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time - Seasonal

Compensation: $22.61 - $22.61/hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible employees.

Temporary benefits of a Seasonal Tractor Operator at Tessera include:

• $4.93/hour Health and Welfare Benefit (cash payout offered with qualifying health insurance)
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and engaging wellness program

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a motivated and hard working Seasonal Tractor Operator with a positive and helpful attitude. This is a temporary position and is expected to run up to but no longer than November 30, 2025.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Equipment Operations: Drives and/or operates gasoline or diesel-powered tractors, gang mowers, chain saws, brush cutters, hedge trimmers and other equipment to move materials, draw implements, tow trailers, pull out objects embedded in ground, pull cable of winch to raise, low'er, or load heavy material or equipment, trim, prune, repair, clean all service grounds.
• Equipment Maintenance: Fastens attachments such as graders, plows, rollers, mowers up to and over 2000 lbs., backhoes, seeders, and disc harrows to tractor, adjusts equipment for proper operation, lubricates and makes minor repairs to tractor and attachments such as tightening bolts, and replacing washers, cotter pins, and screws.
• Mowing: Mows, trims and edges turf areas using small and large tools and equipment (up to and over 2000 lbs.) Items to include but not limited to mowers, lawn vacuum/blowing devices, rakes, tractors, equipment with mowing accessories, string trimmers, edger's, and other equipment as required to perform work under this functional area. Remove grass trimming, trash, fallen leaves and other debris from lawns and paved areas. Mulches, weeds, removes thatch, aerates, trims and edges around flower beds, walks, pathways, roads, walls, and other borders using small walking type and/or large mowers (over 2000 lbs.).
• Landscaping: Weeding and cultivating landscape beds; applying mulch, planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs, pruning and trimming of shrubs and trees, removing grass from cracks sidewalks and pavement, irrigation, erosion control, de cleanup of turf areas and carts away debris, litter, and other items. Water all grass, trees, shrubs, flowerbeds and improve areas when needed. Shall maintain grounds and road shoulders for the areas specified.
• Repairs: Assists in repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment, and may clean comfort stations, offices workshop areas, and parking lots by sweeping, washing, mopping, and polishing.
• Shall wear PPE; safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection and Skookum uniform daily.
• Perform all duties of the Grounds Maintenance Worker.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• All Other Duties as Assigned*

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
• Ability to use computers and computer software, to include Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow technical manuals.
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task throughout workday, with constant interruptions

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@tessera.org.