Grounds Supervisor

**Position Title: Grounds Supervisor**

**Location:** The Monongahela Cemetery, Monongahela, Pennsylvania

**Position Type:** Full-Time

**Reports To:** Superintendent

**Position Overview**

The Monongahela Cemetery seeks a dedicated and reliable Grounds Supervisor to oversee all groundskeeping operations, lead a team of skilled staff, and maintain the cemetery’s reputation for excellence. Your work will preserve a cherished space of historical significance, serving as a source of solace and reflection for the community. This full-time position combines hands-on work, team management, and collaboration with the Cemetery Superintendent.

**Key Responsibilities**

* **Grounds Maintenance:** Lead and participate in mowing, trimming, planting, and maintaining roadways to uphold the cemetery’s serene and polished appearance.
* **Gravesite Preparation:** Coordinate and assist with gravesite preparation, opening, and closing, ensuring precision and timeliness for scheduled services.
* **Equipment Management:** Operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, irrigation systems, and backhoes.
* **Supervision:** Lead a team of groundskeepers, assigning tasks, providing training, and monitoring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
* **Preventative Maintenance:** Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and infrastructure to ensure longevity and minimize downtime.
* **Safety Compliance:** Conduct regular safety briefings and inspections, ensuring all activities comply with established safety regulations and protocols.
* **Visitor Assistance:** Provide courteous and respectful assistance to visitors, addressing inquiries or concerns to enhance their experience.
* **Seasonal Duties:** Oversee seasonal tasks, including the installation and removal of decorations and snow removal.
* **Record Keeping:** Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including equipment maintenance and repair.
* **Collaboration:** Partner with the Cemetery Superintendent to plan and execute special projects and continuous improvements.

**Qualifications**

* **Required:**
* Experience in groundskeeping or landscaping.
* At least two years in a supervisory or leadership role.
* A valid driver’s license.
* **Ability to operate a backhoe,** verified through experience, certification, or demonstrated proficiency.
* **Preferred:**
* Vocational training in landscaping or a related field.
* Specialized equipment operation.
* **Skills:**
* Proficiency in operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment.
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Knowledge of plant care, pest control, and irrigation systems.
* **Physical Requirements:**
* Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
* Capability to work in various weather conditions.

**Compensation**

Compensation will vary based on experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $18-23 per hour in addition to health benefits.

**Application Process**

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and explaining their interest in the position.

Resumes can be sent by email to **[email protected]**

or by mail to:

Monongahela Cemetery
P.O. Box 164
Monongahela, PA 15063

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

* Health insurance
* Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

* Monongahela, PA 15063 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

* Monongahela, PA 15063: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person