CEMETERY WORKER 2

**CEMETERY WORKER 2** **CLOSING** **DATE:** Open until filled

**PAY RATE:** $20\.99 \- $29\.38 per hour, depending on qualifications \& experience, with starting wage not typically above the mid\-point of the range ($25\.18\).

**SCHEDULE:** 6:30 am \- 5:00 pm (Wednesday \- Saturday), some holidays required.

**DEPARTMENT:** Cemetery

**JOB SUMMARY**

Performs a variety of general skilled and semi\-skilled duties related to cemetery operations, cemetery turf management and beautification, facilities maintenance, construction and repair; responds to public questions, explains cemetery procedures and policies; assists with funerals by directing processions and coordinating cemetery activities; assists people in locating graves; supervises the work of head stone and vault companies. May act as lead worker in the absence of Cemetery Supervisor or Cemetery Sexton.

**RESPONSIBLITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**

Graduation from high school and two (2\) years of experience in the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of turf and cemeteries or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Ability to lift 50 pounds.
* Must have a working knowledge of cemetery maintenance equipment such as backhoe, mowers, tractors, aerators and trimmers.
* Knowledge and application of landscape and sprinkler systems.
* Understanding of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and pesticides.
* Ability to recognize, identify, and apply chemicals for the abatement and eradication of noxious weeds and insects.
* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
* Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates, and the public.