Cemetery Grounds Technician

Provo City Corporation•Provo, UT

5d•$22 - $33

About The Position

Provo City is seeking a full-time Parks Projects Grounds Technician to perform work at Provo City Cemetery. This position involves maintaining grounds and landscapes. Civic-minded individuals qualified to perform these duties and interested in supporting the parks offerings provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply. Job Details What is the compensation? (G23, G24, G25) $21.99 - $33.43 per hour (depending on experience) Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance ; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching ; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule , and others.

Requirements

Provo City will honor equivalent experience at all levels.
Level I One year of experience in lawn and tree care, general construction, light/heavy equipment operation, and/or other job-related experience. A valid, lawful Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Level II High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Two years of experience as a Grounds Technician I OR three years of general construction, grounds maintenance, or other job-related experience. A valid, lawful Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL). A valid Utah Pesticide Applicator License
Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Three years of experience as a Grounds Technician II OR six years of general construction, grounds maintenance, or other job-related experience. A valid, lawful Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL). A valid Utah Pesticide Applicator License

Responsibilities

Perform general grounds maintenance work.
Mow and trim grass.
Perform various fertilization techniques using dry and liquid chemicals as directed.
Install and maintain irrigation systems.
Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass.
Dig and prepare grave sites at the cemetery.
Perform general custodial and cleanup of facilities.
Set up equipment for special events.
Prepare estimates for landscape projects.
Operate and maintain a variety of job-related equipment and tools (heavy and light).
May supervise and train lower-level employees.
Assist staff as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

generous employer-paid health insurance
retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching
paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves
educational assistance
competitive pay
regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market
free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena
a Provo Library card
50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course
a 4/10 work schedule