Maintenance Worker I - Cemetery Division
About The Position
This position performs unskilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance and care of the City's cemeteries. The Crew and Cemetery Supervisor assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintenance of City cemeteries. Success in this position contributes to a well-maintained City cemeteries, parks and facilities. Contacts are typically with co-workers and members of the general public, typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of referenced tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of safety standards.
- Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
- Skill in the repair and maintenance of hand tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with outdoor maintenance work preferred.
- Ability to operate a farm-style tractor and dump trailer is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in cleaning of cemetery buildings removing litter and debris and various landscaping activities to keep facilities looking neat and attractive.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and extend the life of the equipment.
- Promptly respond when called on weekends to assist in opening and closing of graves according to funeral schedules.
- Mows grass, edges curbs, and removes leaves; removes tree limbs and dead trees from cemeteries.
- Operates mowers, blowers, edgers, and weed-eaters.
- Assists with cleaning buildings, grounds and vehicles.
- Assists with pruning shrubs and cutting undergrowth.
- Assists with shoveling dirt.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Assist with routine pickup and delivery of supplies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
