Cemetery Groundskeeping (General Labor)

About the role

You will be responsible for cemetery ground maintenance.

You will assist in cemetery operations including conducting burials.

You will follow a work order process to respond to family requests for upkeep.

You will work individually and as part of a team to provide a high standard of service to cemetery visitors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cemetery ground maintenance tasks
• Support cemetery operations by assisting with burials
• Respond to family requests for upkeep using a work order process
• Provide high-quality service to cemetery visitors both individually and as part of a team

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• Vocational degree preferred
• 3-5 years groundskeeping or landscaper experience
• 2-4 years operating heavy equipment and using power tools
• General ground and facility maintenance knowledge and skills
• Ability to perform math calculations and measurements
• Ability to conduct oneself with a "Family First" approach
• History of working with others as part of a team
• Valid state issued driver's license, good driving record, and proof of insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to lift or carry objects weighing between 100-150 lbs.
• Ability to push or pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Skills

• Math calculations and measurements
• Ground and facility maintenance
• Heavy equipment operation
• Teamwork
• "Family First" approach

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Retail benefits
• Paid time off
• Provided uniforms
• Heavy equipment training

Pay

$17 per hour starting wage with opportunities for increases.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Location

Diocese of Youngstown, Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown, OH

Additional Physical Requirements

• Lift or carry objects weighing between 100-150 lbs.
• Push or pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Pre-Employment Requirements

• FBI/BCI fingerprint screening
• Diocese of Youngstown Safe Environment Training (VIRTUS certificate)
• Completion of Diocese of Youngstown Employment Application

Get to know us

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) partners with Catholic Dioceses across the U.S. in the operation of their cemeteries. We are founded in faith and provide a vibrant community for employees and families we serve. We’ve been doing this for 20+ years and have developed tools to help each person grow in their role, in the industry, and in service to families.

The work we do is founded in our Core Values–Share the Journey, Serve with Care, and Make It Happen

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