MWR Laborer

Summary This position is in the Morale Welfare and Recreation Department in the Navy Region, Southwest. The incumbent assists in maintaining the Golf Course and surrounding areas. Learn more about this agency Duties Performs ground maintenance on grades or slopes, dig ditches and trenches using picks and shovels. Operates large industrial power push mower and riding type mower. Adjust blades for cutting height, prepare fuel mixtures for powered equipment and cleans and lubricates mower. Trims prunes, and cuts trees, bushes and plants. Uses various hand tools, such as, shovels, hoes, rakes, and pruning shears Assists with the general clean-up and maintenance of grass areas, planted areas, parking. lots, vacant lots and recreation areas, by removing trash, weeds, and cutting back brush. May operate motor vehicle to get from one work area to another, transporting supplies/equipment and other workers. Performs routine ma int nance procedures for power equipment, conc;lucts safety visual check, lubricates, clea /replaces air filters, and adds fuel. Performs other miscellaneous tasks as required such as hand watering, applying seed or fertilizer to grasses a d plants. May be required to lay sod, plant flowers and shrubs, and spray weed-controlling chemicals. Requirements Conditions of employment Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must possess a valid driver's license. Incumbent regularly is required to perform medium to heavy physical effort that require walking, crouching, reaching, lifting and bending. May be required to lift materials over 40 pounds, which require use of hand trucks or dollies. Qualifications Knowledge of general groundskeeping skills desired. Skill and knowledge to operate, control and clean heavy power equipment. Capable of using hand tools such as rakes, mowers, clippers, shovels etc. Skill in performing routine operator maintenance and adjusting the cutting height of blades on power mowers. Must possess a valid driver's license. Education N/A Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693 Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.