Cemetery Groundskeeper - Seasonal - April - October

JOB POSTING FOR LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY

Position Title: Cemetery Groundskeeper – Seasonal – April through October

Organization: Lewis & Clark County, Forestvale Cemetery

Pay Rate: $17.09 per hour to $18.09 per hour

Position Type/Status: Seasonal, Full-time, Non-exempt

Closing Date: Open till filled

The beautiful and historic Forestvale Cemetery is hiring for a seasonal Groundskeeper. The season is April - October and the workweek is Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts.

Under general supervision of the Cemetery Supervisor, this position performs routine grounds maintenance and landscaping duties on a seasonal basis.

Who We Are

The cemetery is located near Helena, Lewis & Clark County, Montana about two and a half miles north of the city limits. The Cemetery consists of 148 acres with about 40 acres currently developed. It has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Helena civil engineer Harry Wheeler designed Forestvale incorporating the notion of the cemetery as a “rural park” into his design. Mature trees, well-planned landscaping, tree-lined paths, beautiful monuments, a mausoleum, columbaria, and arbor gardens grace this beautiful cemetery in the heart of Montana. Plantings of native trees shade the gravesites and line the meandering roads and walkways that wind through the grounds while the overall landscaping provides an atmosphere of tranquility and solemn reflection.

Benefits

Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package!

Includes:

• Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage.
• Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees.
• High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees.
• PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents
• Retirement plans
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee.
• Wellness Screening Incentive
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
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Other Benefits

Includes:

• Working in a fast-paced environment;
• Cost of living increases;
• Market adjustments;
• Step based wage increases;
• Paid parental leave.

Duties

• Performs landscape duties and maintains cemetery grounds using hand or power tools or equipment;
• Maintains landscaping including but not limited to laying sod, mowing, trimming or planting trees, pruning, trimming trees/shrubs, or hedges using the appropriate equipment;
• Waters lawn, trees, or plants;
• Operates vehicles or powered equipment including but not limited to mowers, trimmers, chains saws, sod cutters, or pruning saws;
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs to equipment;
• Cleans restrooms and other areas;
• Levels and seeds sunken graves and resets headstones;
• Gathers and removes litter and hauls garbage;
• Identifies, reports, and repairs mechanical and maintenance issues;
• Assists public with locating graves and selling plots;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change with or without notice.

Examples of Knowledge

• Federal statutes and the Montana Code Annotated;
• Health Department policies and procedures;
• Environmental Health Division programs, including but not limited to lead education, groundwater protection, water quality, septic maintenance, animal control, and junk vehicle;
• County policies and procedures;
• Public sector budgeting practices and procedures;
• Grant monitoring and reporting procedures;
• Office methods, practices and procedures;
• Business English, composition, spelling and grammar.

Examples of Skills & Abilities

• Updating road and bridge capital improvement plan and budget preparation;
• Use common office machines;
• Operate computer and applicable software (Windows, MS Office, GroupWise, fleet management and public works);
• Operate heavy equipment and hand tools;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Establish effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors and citizens.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one (1) year grounds maintenance. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license.

Season is April – October.

Physical Demands

Duties are generally performed in both indoor and outdoor environments at the Forestvale Cemetery. This position requires frequent bending, sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds. Occasional stopping, kneeling, and crouching. Position requires dexterity of hands and fingers to operate grounds equipment and tools. Position requires repetitive use of writs and or hands. Must be able to maintain balance and reach overhead, horizontally, and above shoulders. This position performs work in all types of weather. Position requires regular contact with fellow employees and the public.

Application Instructions

Applications for this position are accepted online only through our career portal. Job Opportunities - Lewis & Clark County (lccountymt.gov)

www.lccountymt.gov/Government/Human-Resources/Job

The following items are required along with the online application:

Resume - Attach resume to online application in designated section

Cover Letter - Attach cover letter to online application in resume upload section as well. More than one document can be uploaded.

For questions on this position or on the application process, please call (406) 447-8316 or e-mail kgrose@lccountymt.gov.

Disclaimer: Equal Opportunity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.09 - $18.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,200