Groundsworker - All Souls Cemetery

Archdiocese of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundsworker maintains cemetery grounds and buildings under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor. The role supports interments, entombments, disinterments, and dis-entombments; trims memorials and monuments; and performs groundskeeping, cleaning, equipment care, and funeral-attendant duties. The position is full time and requires 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the goals and mission of the Roman Catholic Church.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and automobile insurance.
General education sufficient to understand and observe written and oral instructions, directions, and safety rules.
Active member of a Roman Catholic faith community.
Ability to apply on-the-job training in procedures and safety practices.
Knowledge of basic edging and trimming equipment operation and repair.
Ability to acquire necessary skills through on-the-job training.
Ability to complete work independently after initial instruction from the Supervisor.
Ability to write, read, and follow instructions.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; sit for sustained periods daily; perform tasks involving intermittent bending, stooping, and walking; and sustain frequent movement of fingers, wrists, hands, and arms.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in grounds care is helpful.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Set up graves for interment services; seal vaults, backfill and tamp graves, and replace sod.
Trim memorials and monuments on cemetery grounds.
Set up tents as necessary and handle and store dirt sheets and greens.
Mow, edge, and sweep lawns.
Remove flowers and care for vases.
Prune, fertilize, and water the grounds.
Care for flower beds and areas around buildings.
Raise graves and memorials and level lawns.
Clean automobiles and equipment.
Drive cemetery vehicles and/or operate equipment.
Clean the office and perform janitorial maintenance.
Gather and remove trash.
Act as a funeral attendant and assist priests, patrons, and funeral directors as necessary.
Perform other cemetery tasks as directed by the Supervisor and other related duties as assigned.
Maintain a good personal appearance and conduct oneself in a manner befitting funerals and respect for the dead.
Handle cemetery property and equipment safely and carefully, ensuring proper use and security.
Keep equipment clean and properly stored; inform the Supervisor of needed maintenance or repairs to equipment or buildings.
In small cemeteries, operate a backhoe and perform minor maintenance work.