CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD
Range Maintenance Support Technician
Fort Stewart, GA

Summary:
The Operator will use tractors and cutting implements for vegetation control and support Heavy Equipment Operators and other personnel on the ground by greasing equipment, acting as a runner for parts or fuel, and other support tasks as needed to minimize equipment down time. The Operator may read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans, and may grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment. Typical functions will include mowing operations and erosion control work.

Job Duties:

• Safely operate gasoline or diesel powered tractors to: move materials, draw implements, tow trailers, pull out objects embedded in ground, or pull cable of winch to raise, lower, or load heavy material or equipment.
• Fasten attachments such as graders, plows, rollers, mowers (over 2000 lbs.), backhoes, seeders, and disc harrows to tractor, adjust equipment for proper operation, lubricate and make minor repairs to tractor and attachments such as tightening bolts, and replacing washers, cotter pins, and screws.
• Push and grade or load and relocate earth, rip rap, gravel, or other materials; clear brush, stubble, tree stumps, and/or other debris.
• Repair and maintain access trails to training areas.
• Operate equipment from one place to another, on both improved and unimproved roads in inclement weather conditions.
• Operate agricultural tractors with bat wing, side arm and related mowing implements in rough terrain.
• Perform equipment maintenance and safety inspections prior to daily use.
• Operate other implements such as mowers, weed eaters and chainsaws to ensure range facilities are maintained.
• Maintain equipment at the operator level which includes conducting before, during, and after operations checks for serviceability, applying lubrication IAW manufacturer equipment manuals, and ensuring equipment is turned in to higher-level maintenance for scheduled services.
• Report equipment breakdowns, schedule maintenance for all equipment and request additional equipment as needed.
• Safely use proper lifting/loading techniques to load, properly bind and deliver heavy equipment to project sites on public roads.
• Follow installation safety regulations.

Basic Qualifications:

• United States citizen.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid US issued Driver's License.
• Ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
• Minimum two (2) years demonstrated relevant experience operating a variety of power mowers and weed trimmers.
• Minimum two (2) years demonstrated troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing small engine failures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL-A endorsement

Other Requirements:

US Citizenship required for this Position: Yes
Performance Location: Fort Stewart, GA
Relocation Assistance: No
Clearance Type: N/A
Travel Required: None

Working Environment:

The usual daily work conditions will be in an outdoor field and/or office environment located at Fort Stewart, GA. This position requires a candidate capable of lifting and moving objects in excess of 60+ pounds, moving across uneven terrain, and capable of close, distance, peripheral vision with acceptable depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic requirements.

Applied Training Solutions, LLC is a leading simulations company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions to government and commercial customers.

Applied Training Solutions, LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.