Landscape & Irrigation Technician

Service Corporation International•Whittier, CA

39d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The position is primarily responsible for the care, maintenance and renovation of landscaped areas throughout the park. It also assists with the opening and closing of graves and the maintenance of the graves and mausoleums on occasion as needed per established company policies and practices.

Requirements

Experience in landscaping, general construction, warehouse, physical labor
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Valid CA Driver's License
Ability to use hand tools and Equipment
Good mechanical skill and ability to perform minor adjustments and repairs
Good interpersonal skills to relate well with grieving people
Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 50lbs and up to 100 lbs (sometimes without the assistance of power equipment - pre-employment physical and lift test will be administered).

Responsibilities

Provide care, maintenance, and renovation of landscaped areas throughout the park by using proper procedures, hand held gardening tools, power tools, and equipment to maintain Rose Hills' property in an attractive manner at all times
Possess a basic knowledge of plant identification and continually strive to enhance that knowledge to include trees, shrubs, flowers, ground cover and invasive plants (i.e. weeds, thistle, etc.)
Possess a basic knowledge of proper horticulture maintenance techniques and apply that knowledge daily to ensure landscape assets are maintained in such a way as to ensure maximum aesthetic value and a neat, orderly appearance
Apply fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, etc. as needed using safe application techniques and appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations
Continually inspect cemetery grounds to identify landscape program opportunities and deficiencies. Report observations to park management team for resolution
Understand basic irrigation systems from the valve box to the sprinkler head. Perform minor system adjustments and repairs. Report larger issues to irrigation team
Operate machinery as required to complete assignments including pick-up trucks, dump trucks, backhoes, skip loaders and specialty equipment such as the Gator mini dump, trenching machine, etc. Machinery should only be used if specialist is specifically trained and authorized to use it in accordance with all applicable safety policies and procedures
Assist with the opening and closing of cemetery properties (graves, mausoleums, crypts, & niches) by using proper procedures, tools and equipment, and safety regulations
Work independently with a small team to accomplish landscape renovation projects on time and within budget
Continually strive to improve through education and experience. Maintain a continuous development plan and make steady, ongoing progress toward skill enhancement
Project a favorable image of the company to promote its' goals, and to enhance public recognition and acceptance of all its efforts
Report to work on time and maintain standard attendance
Perform duties as directed by Management.