Cemetery Groundskeeper

Valley Lawn Cemetery in Montrose, Colorado. We are Cemetery serving the families. We are seeking a Cemetery Maintenance / GroundsKeeper. Job Requirements/Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. * Experience working on a grounds crew, either at a cemetery, a golf course, or a commercial landscape business. * Experience using and maintaining equipment including, mowers, trimmers, backhoe, etc. * Working with irrigation and sprinkler systems. Piping and replace of sprinkler heads * Valid state\-issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record. * Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, preferred. * Bilingual is a plus. * Ability to show respect and sensitivity toward client families while working in a physically demanding environment. * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. The Cemetery Maintenance \& Groundskeeper role is responsible for assisting in the interment of decedents and the overall physical appearance and condition of the grounds and facilities by performing a wide variety of tasks and duties, including the following: * Receives and executes daily work orders in a timely manner. * Completes preparation and closure of interment site in a timely manner and in agreement with client family expectations and policies and procedures of the individual businesses. * Installs, restores, and/or resets markers and monuments in accordance with work orders and company guidelines and state regulations. * Receives and executes daily assignments to maintain grounds, paths, and driveways according to weather cemetery's maintenance schedule. * Completes scheduled mowing, trimming, pruning, and watering of the grounds. * Uses power tools to trim hedges and remove dead tree limbs. * In appropriate season, prepares soil, plants, mulches, weeds, and removes leaves. In winter months, plows paths and driveways and shovels snow to clear public areas. * Picks up and disposes of trash and litter from grounds. * Performs minor maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning of power equipment. Refers more serious problems to a mechanic. * May be required to assist in loading and unloading of supplies, equipment, and/or merchandise. * Identifies and remedies all hazards at location and on grounds. * Working with irrigation and sprinkler systems. Piping and replace of sprinkler heads * Performs other duties as assigned. Physical The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an outdoor setting with extreme temperatures. Outdoor duties may subject the employee to natural elements, such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes. This employee will work around heavy equipment and excessive noise frequently and must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment. This position must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required. Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds. This position may also require power reaching, pushing, and pulling and may be exposed to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens. This person must have the ability to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance. Overtime is sometimes necessary or required. NO Phone calls please. Job Types: Part\-time, Contract Pay: From $15\.50 per hour Benefits: * Employee discount * Flexible schedule Experience: * Groundskeeping: 1 year (Preferred) * Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: In person