Full Time Cemetery Associate

401 N. Hayden Rd. near Hayden & McKellips, Tempe AZ

Description

We currently have a full time opening for a Cemetery Worker at Green Acres Cemetery in Scottsdale, AZ. Duties include: digging graves, installing crypt faces, conducting interments, entombments and inurnments, and simple repairs and maintenance tasks •Operate backhoe to dig graves without damage to surrounding vaults, markers or monuments. •Set up canopies and arranges chairs for graveside ceremony. •Prepares crypts for entombments. •Installs grave markers, bronze memorials, crypt faces, etc. •Maintains and repairs existing markers and other cemetery features. •Assists with setup for openings and closings for interments, entombments and inurnments. •Operates equipment in a safe and careful manner to avoid damage to cemetery property. •Maintains, services, cleans and properly stores equipment. •General maintenance of facilities and vehicles. •Cleans and maintains facility to include performing minor repairs, painting, etc. •Assists in loading and unloading of caskets. •Assist in moving and installing vaults. •Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Qualifications: Education: •High school education or GED equivalent or relevant work experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: •Backhoe, tractor, mechanical and irrigation experience is preferred •Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick, rake, sledge hammer, backhoe, tractor, lawn mower, dirt trailer, weed trimmer, leaf blower and golf cart •General mechanical, grounds maintenance and electrical experience are required •Ability to accurately use measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, yard stick, etc.) •Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, contractor personnel and client families •Ability to effectively work with others to accomplish tasks •Ability to operate equipment in a safe and careful manner •Ability to be adaptable to changing work schedules and multi-tasking •Ability to work in extreme weather conditions •Basic computer skills •Basic computer skills to enable retrieving and responding to email communications •Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time •Ability to lift up to 100 with equipment assistance •Ability to push and pull up to 300 lbs. •Must have a valid driver's license •Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus •Must be able to work during the week from 6 am - 3 pm as well as some weekends •Must have a valid driver's license Benefits Options: • Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life) • 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match • Vacation and sick time *Please submit a resume to apply