Cemetery Grounds Technician

City of Provo • Provo, UT

6d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

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.

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

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees