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UTILITY TRACTOR OPERATOR Print ( ufeff UTILITY TRACTOR OPERATOR Salary $60,170.16 - $81,081.84 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number D7365G Department PARKS AND RECREATION Opening Date 11/24/2025 Closing Date 12/16/2025 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION EXAM NUMBER: D7365G APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 p.m. (PT). Applications must be received BEFORE 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, to be accepted. RECRUITMENT TYPE: We welcome applications from everyone who believes they meet or exceed the requirements listed below. Why Work for Us? Working for Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation offers the opportunity to be part of a department that stewards some of the regionu2019s most treasured public spaces, including world-class botanical gardens, historic estates, vibrant community gardens, and educational nature centers. These gardens not only showcase diverse plant collections and natural habitats but also serve as living classrooms where visitors of all ages learn about conservation, sustainability, and the unique ecology of Southern California. By joining our team, you will help preserve these spaces, support environmental education, and provide meaningful recreational and cultural experiences that enhance the quality of life for millions of residents and visitors each year. What does a Utility Tractor Operator do? Utility Tractor Operators use a variety of tractor-powered and hydraulically operated attachments to help build, repair, and maintain County facilities and infrastructure. In this role, youu2019ll work with different types of equipment on a regular basis and support a wide range of construction and maintenance projects that keep our operations running safely and efficiently. Essential Job Functions + Operates a wheel-type tractor with attachments for plowing, discing, harrowing, dragging, scraping, and packing ground for lawns, plants, shrubs and trees, and for irrigation and recreational purposes. + Drives a truck and trailer combination unit used in hauling tractors and other equipment to and from work sites. + Operates hydraulically actuated and tractor-powered attachments such as a loading bucket, backhoe, rotovator, hammer-knife, rotary mower, and auger for clearing land, loading debris and trash, grading, digging holes and trenches, and may use the tractor for demolishing small structures. + Performs routine maintenance work on the tractor and attachments; makes minor repairs and adjustments as necessary. + Operates wheeled or small tracked self-propelled equipment other than tractors used on certain work assignments. + Drives a tractor on a public highway to and from areas where work is to be performed. + Performs the tasks shown above; operates a wheel-type tractor with attachments to rake and sanitize the beaches; and relocates portable lifeguard towers. For additional information, please view the classification specification:Utility Tractor Operator ( Requirements REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY: One (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of wheel-type tractorsANDhydraulically actuated and tractor-powered attachments. DRIVER LICENSE: A validCalifornia Class C Driver License is requiredto perform job-related essential functions. A valid California Class A or Class B Driver License, and special endorsements to drive assigned vehicles may be required for some positions in this class. For positions that require driving,successful applicants must acquire and present a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not submit their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be given to applicants who possess the following: + Class B - California Commercial Driver License + Class A - California Commercial Driver License + Additional years of experience as mentioned in Requirements. Credit will only be given for California Commercial Driver Licenses with no Air Brake Restriction (L). PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stopping, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Maintenance refers to tasks ensuring safety and operational efficiency of equipment. In order to receive credit for the required or desired California Driver License, applicants must include a picture or scan of their current license as an upload at time of filing or as an attachment to an e-mail within 10 business days from the last day of filing. Documents can be e-mailed . Applicant name, employee ID (if applicable), exam name, and exam number must be indicated in body of the e-mail. The subject of the e-mail should state