USA Staffing

Position Title: Tractor Operator
Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Announcement Number: TS-25-12707985-AF-DE Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, March 10, 2025 to Monday, March 24, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Career Transition Assistance Plan:

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?

If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in the agency posting this job announcement with CTAP eligibility?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)

Are you a current or former federal employee considered displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency posting this job announcement?

A. Yes

B. No

4. U.S. Citizens

Are you a U.S. citizen or national?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Dover, TN

B. Springville, TN

2. Would you accept a temporary appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

Minimum Qualification

For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.

1. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen Out). At the WG-06 grade level, this position is expected to perform common Tractor Operator duties such as: (1) Operating tractors and equipment on level or rolling terrain in such areas as open fields, lawns, roadways, and ponds; (2) Operating auxiliary equipment and attachments such as cutter bars, plow, harrow, sprayers, discs, front-end loader, moveable dozer blades, and backhoes; (3) Performing preventative maintenance and making minor repairs and adjustments to tractors and equipment. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.

A. I am an experienced Tractor Operator and I am considered an expert in performing the duties described above. I am consulted by other workers in difficult situations, or I am called on to do the unusually difficult jobs.

B. I have performed Tractor duties described above independently and as a regular part of my job, under normal supervision.

C. I have performed Tractor Operator duties described above, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I know little or nothing about Tractor Operator duties, but I am willing to learn.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

2. The duties of this position require the incumbent to hold and maintain a valid state driver's license throughout their employment. If selected, prior to entering on duty you will need to provide a copy of your valid driver's license before your appointment. Do you currently have a valid state driver's license?

A. Yes

B. No

Operation of Motor Vehicles

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

3. Operate tractors on steep slopes, rugged, and rough terrain.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

4. Operate farm type gasoline or diesel powered tractors with attachments under a variety of conditions.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

5. Operate tractors and equipment between shrubs and trees, along fences and curbs, and in areas where tree limbs, bushes, and rocks are more likely to cause clogging or jamming of the equipment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

6. Operate auxiliary equipment for a tractor (such as post hole augers, mowers, discs, plows, planters, cultivator/corrugators, grain drills, etc.) that require multiple connections such as mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines for power and control systems.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

7. Operate levers in the hydraulic system to control up, down, and angling motion of attached equipment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

8. Operate auxiliary equipment that requires multiple connections and adjustments, such as mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines for power and control systems

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

9. Perform minor repairs and adjustments to tractors and equipment (replace chains and belts, change oil, hydraulic fluid and filters, check batteries and perform safety inspections).

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

10. Maintain an operation and maintenance log for equipment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

11. Follow safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

12. Read and interpret maintenance manuals.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

13. Service, check, and fuel agricultural type tractors and related equipment before operation.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

14. Perform battery checks and safety inspections on tractors and/or related equipment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Certification Statement

15. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith.
I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify/understand the information provided above.

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