What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maintenance Worker / Driver position at Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum?
About Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum
Established in 1902, Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, is a place where families can find solace, somewhere that beauty surrounds them as they pay their respects to a loved one. At Pinelawn, we take the utmost care and attention to detail so that families can feel at peace with their decision to lay a loved one to rest amongst the natural beauty found throughout the cemetery and memorial park. Additionally, we guide families every step of the way so that they feel a sense of security even during the most trying of times.
We are seeking General Maintenance Workers to join our team and assist with keeping the grounds in their beautiful, serene state, all while helping with the preparation and conduction of burials.
Please note that this is a seasonal/temporary position starting on or around March 2025
Job Duties:
- Pick up and clean debris, weeds and other cleaning and maintenance activities as needed (pickup soil, snow, leaves, etc.)
- Perform gardening and landscaping tasks throughout the cemetery
- Operate equipment such as tampers, jackhammers, bronze trimmers, and other heavy equipment as needed
- Lift and move bronze memorials, cement foundations, sod, plywood, etc.
- Carry caskets during internments and entombments, as required during the daytoday cemetery operations
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be ready, willing and able to work weekends
- Must possess a valid, unexpired Driver's License
- Must be able to comprehend and communicate effectively in English
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work outdoors under any weather conditions
- Must be able to remain on feet for continuous periods of time
- Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, ramps, etc.
- Must be able to walk considerable distances during the course of the workshift
- Must be able to lift, rise and lower objects from one level to another
- Must be able to pull, push, and carry large amounts of weight (50100 lbs.) at any given time
Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
About Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum
Since 1902, Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum has been a place of remembrance for generations. To honor our legacy, we are looking for talented, compassionate and dedicated people. If you are one of them, we want to talk to you!
