Backhoe Operator - Floater

Troost Cemeteries, Inc.•Darien, IL

2d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Backhoe Operator works under the supervision of the Grounds Foreman. The role operates a backhoe to dig graves without damaging surrounding vaults, markers, or monuments; maintains and repairs markers and other cemetery features; and supports setup and operations for interments, entombments, and inurnments. The employee is based in Darien and travels to other locations as needed. A valid driver’s license, favorable driving record, and reliable transportation are required.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent, or relevant work experience.
At least one year of relevant experience operating small motorized equipment, such as weed eaters, chainsaws, edgers, leaf blowers, or pumps.
Valid and current driver's license and safe driving record.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to operate a backhoe.
Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including a shovel, pick, rake, sledgehammer, lawn mower, weed trimmer, and leaf blower.
Ability to accurately use measuring devices such as a tape measure or yardstick.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and lift up to 150 pounds with equipment assistance.
Ability to push and pull up to 300 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and understand basic English.
Self-motivated, high energy, and customer-focused.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to multitask.
Willingness to travel to all locations as needed.

Responsibilities

Clear debris and maintain drives and walkways; cut grass; maintain lawns; trim around trees, walkways, and memorial markers; place and remove grave decorations; and remove snow.
Assist with opening and closing graves, setting up graveside and burial service equipment, and performing interments, entombments, and inurnments.
Erect tents and canopies and arrange chairs for graveside ceremonies.
Prepare crypts for entombments.
Operate a backhoe to dig graves without damaging surrounding vaults, markers, or monuments.
Under supervision, operate a casket lift for entombments.
Install headstones, bronze memorials, monument foundations, and crypt faces.
Maintain and repair existing markers and other cemetery features.
Maintain, service, clean, and properly store equipment.
Clean and maintain the facility, including minor repairs and painting.
Observe safety rules and ensure compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and Safety and Environmental guidelines.
Travel to all locations as needed.