Cemetery Maintenance Specialist III

Kaysville City•Kaysville, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Cemetery Sexton, the Cemetery Maintenance Specialist III serves as a crew lead in a variety of activities, including cemetery grounds maintenance, cemetery interments, open space, horticulture, facility maintenance, irrigation systems, and urban forestry. The position provides input into department goals and objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of park or cemetery operations experience
Must possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver License and be deemed insurable and able to operate City-owned equipment and vehicles.
Basic computer knowledge and understanding of business application of various technological tools and systems, including Microsoft Office.
Implementing maintenance standards
Planning, assigning, and directing work
Communicating with the public and staff
Familiarity with cemetery processes and records
Assist in evaluating the performance of seasonal staff and take corrective action when necessary
Assist in creating an effective working environment for seasonal staff including ongoing communication, continuously improving processes to streamline work activities, provide continuous feedback and coaching to staff, and provide staff with opportunities for engagement

Nice To Haves

One year of supervisory experience is preferred.
A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required.
An Applicator Pesticide Spray License, or the ability to obtain one, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates weekly work schedule and makes daily work assignments as a Crew Leader to seasonal and part-time employees.
Provides assistance and instruction to workers as needed to accomplish the work.
Checks work in progress and, upon completion, ensures compliance with safety standards and quality requirements.
Performs repairs, improvements, and maintenance as required for proper and efficient functioning and upkeep of City cemetery, public buildings, and properties.
Operates all City-owned light and heavy equipment and hand tools required in the completion of various parks, cemetery, and public buildings and property projects.
Performs routine maintenance of equipment and tools to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Supports the cemetery sexton in establishing divisional work plans and monitors progress toward goals and objectives, in line with agency mission, vision, and strategic plan.
Supports the cemetery sexton in the preparation and management of asset replacement schedules including vehicles and equipment.
Works cooperatively with other areas of the department in providing maintenance support, including cemetery, parks, special events, and recreation programming.
Provides customer service in a friendly manner and provides the public with information related to various city services.
Ensures efforts in sustainable practices throughout the cemetery division.
Participates in the department's commitment to safe practices for the public and employees.
Ensures departmental compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, OSHA laws, risk management policies, and emergency operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May supervise seasonal employees.
Carries out crew leader responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities may include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; providing feedback and coaching.