Cemetery Maintenance Worker - Part-time

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Stephenville is seeking a part-time Cemetery Maintenance Worker. This position will work up to 20 hours weekly under the direction of the Cemetery Supervisor.  This position can work with the Parks Department for up to 12 months depending on performance and other parameters.  Reports directly to the Cemetery Supervisor.  Must follow directions from Cemetery Supervisor at all times.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in general maintenance work, including lawn mowing, edging, weeding, snow removal, cultivating, fertilizing, sod laying and hedge trimming, sweeping and raking of litter, and emptying of receptacles

• Clean and maintain facilities including comfort stations

• Drive vehicles and operate certain other motorized equipment

• Perform safety checks on facilities and equipment

• Participates in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of municipal parks, cemeteries, including general park areas, Splashville, ball fields, playgrounds, and related facilities

• Setting up park facilities for special events and maintains premises during activity

• Requisitions supplies; operates various types of automotive and related equipment

• Ensures safety apparel is used at all times, and that safety rules and regulations or practices are observed in the performance of all duties

• All other duties as assigned

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY

• Ability to work flexible hours, nights, and weekends

• Ability to communicate (read, write and speak) effectively in the English language

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Must have a High school diploma or equivalent

• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license, and currently have and maintain a satisfactory driving record

• Must pass a background investigation, drug test, and have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May move furniture, climb and perform other physical activities as required in the performance of assigned duties

• May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry, and vision to monitor.

• Effectively deal with personal danger, which may include exposure to:

• Extremes in hot and cold temperatures associated with working outdoors

• Hazards associated with working in trenches

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities

• Working conditions involve travel from site to site

• Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods

• Lifting, carrying, and holding a variety of supplies and equipment, over 50 lbs

• May have exposure to dust, noise, mechanical and dust/mites hazards

• May work at heights or in deep trenches work in inclement weather conditions

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required.

“AS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE CONSIDERS ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO COLOR, AGE, RACE, ETHNICITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, DISABILITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, VETERAN OR MARITAL STATUS.”

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