GROUNDS MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE A04

Marine Corps Community Services

Cherry Point, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Backhoe Loader, Bulldozer, Change Requests/Orders, Community and Social Services, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Front-End Loading (FEL), Groundskeeping, Hydraulic Engineering, Material Moving, Military, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Safety Equipment, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player
LOCATION
Cherry Point, NC
POSTED
19 days ago

MCCS Job Opening Information

Position/GradeLABORER/NA04 LocationRGMType of AppointmentFULLTIMEOpen Date05/29/2026Close Date06/5/2026Who May ApplyALL SOURCESSalary19.76Hours of OperationVaried includes nights & weekends on a rotating bases as needed[ ] Health Card Required[X ] Background Check Required[ ] Gun Control[ ] Drug Testing Position (DTP)[ ] Valid Driver¿s License Required

Job Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.

This position is located at RGM MCCS CHERRY POINT. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a GROUNDS MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE.

Major Duties

Operates large, complex riding lawn mowers and/or specially designed with attached equipment such as gang mowers, aerators, plows, chippers, sprayers, disks, post hole diggers, front-end loading devices, movable dozer blades, and backhoes. Uses heavy power mowers, powered tools, adjusts blades, and cleans and oils mowers; cuts trees, using ax or chain saw. Frequently operates attached equipment from the seat of the tractor using hydraulic or mechanical controls. Equipment characteristics include single-function performance and components that are independently controlled with mechanical devices. May operate mechanical and hydraulic connections between the towed or attached equipment and makes numerous equipment adjustments. Performs operator maintenance on equipment. Works on level or rolling terrain in such areas as open fields, golf courses, lawns, and along roadways.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

Exerts heavy physical effort in doing such tasks as frequently lifting and moving objects, running power mowers on grades or pushing heavy loads of dirt, etc. Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

Receives oral and written assignments from the supervisor or higher-grade worker. Performs duties according to established methods and special instructions. Selects appropriate gears, power settings, and speeds for equipment operations. Makes judgements concerning lift capacity weight, and balance or load. Responsible for operator maintenance on tractors and equipment such as checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing, and sharpening blades, lubricating equipment and making necessary adjustments.

How To Apply

SPOUSE PREFERENCE: FOR ELIGIBLE POSITIONS, UPLOAD THE SPOUSE PREFERENCE FORM BELOW AND MILITARY ORDERS UNDER "MY ACTIVITIES" IN THE MCCS CIVILIAN CAREERS USER ACCOUNT.

During the online application process, spouses must upload the following completed documents:

  • Spouse-Preference
  • Permanent Change of Station Orders (PCS)
  • A copy of the Marriage License, unless the spouse is named on the PCS Orders

BEFORE YOU PRESS ¿SUBMIT APPLICATION¿ BE SURE ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS ARE ATTACHED

https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/careers_assets/assets/forms/Spouse-Preference.pdf

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website.

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Closing Statement

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

  • Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
  • If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

About the Company

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Marine Corps Community Services