What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Cemetery Ground Maintenance position at Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our team. This role is essential for maintaining the aesthetic appeal and health of our landscapes and gardens. The ideal candidate will have a passion for outdoor work and possess a strong understanding of lawn care, landscape maintenance, and groundskeeping practices.
Duties
- Perform regular lawn care tasks, including mowing, trimming, and edging to ensure well-maintained grounds.
- Conduct landscape maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mulching, and pruning.
- Utilize power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently for various landscaping tasks.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of tools and equipment used in groundskeeping.
- Assist in the installation of new landscaping features as needed.
- Prepare graves for burial
- Other cemetery maintenance
Qualifications
- Previous experience in lawn care or landscape maintenance is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of groundskeeping techniques and best practices is advantageous.
- Ability to operate various power tools and hand tools safely.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in work.
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor outdoors in varying weather conditions.
If you are passionate about maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces and have the skills necessary for this role, we encourage you to apply!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Lafayette, LA 70508 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70508: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18