Grounds Maintenance (FULL TIME_UNION)

Description: Reports to- Cemetery Grounds Superintendent

Supervises-

None

Position –

Hourly/Union $ 20.94

POSITION SUMMARY

Grounds crew upon supervisor directive may be responsible for but not limited to

• Skilled grounds maintenance: mowing, irrigating, fertilizing, weed control, fall clean up and winterization.
• Set up for funeral services and related tasks such as: digging graves, setting vaults/liners, opening and sealing crypts and niches, setting up service equipment for funerals, lowering caskets into the grave, closing and repairing of the grave.
• Setting granite memorial markers, monuments and benches.
• Snow plowing/removal and back-hoe work.

PRIMARY DUTIES, REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mow lawns using a variety of different riding and push mowers
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and perform repairs irrigation along with daily watering responsibilities
• Fall cleanup and winterization using rakes, blowers snow throwers and plows
• Dig graves utilizing a backhoe and dump truck
• Set granite markers, monuments and benches
• Perform funeral services to include lowering of casket or placement of urn
• Perform all duties while adhering to all company policies and procedures
• Also other duties as assigned

Requirements: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proactive attitude and effective communication are essential
• Cooperative, team player, detail-oriented and adaptable to change
• Commitment to customer service and quality
• Efficient, dependable and punctual
• Demonstrate commitment to safety

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be physically able to perform all tasks related to grounds maintenance. IE: lift up to 100lbs., able to stand for long periods, frequent bending, stooping and kneeling.

Must be able to work in inclement weather, including rain, snow, sleet, hail, cold and hot days

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