Professional Landscaper

**Job Title: Professional Landscaper, Union Crew** Location: On\-site (Sharon, MA) Position Type: Full\-Time Reports To: Director of Cemetery Operations Pay Rate: $33\.59/hour Benefits: Union Membership after six months, Union pension, Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Care, 401K plus matching, company pays for trainings and certifications **Organization** Knollwood Cemetery Corp operates Sharon Memorial Park and Knollwood Memorial Park, which provides compassionate and professional cemetery services to families and funeral professionals. We are seeking a hardworking, dedicated person to join the Landscaping and Grounds Crew, to help maintain the beauty of the parks and provide professional services at time of burial. **Position Summary** A Professional Landscaper is responsible for maintaining the park grounds of Knollwood and Sharon Memorial Parks. The position works with the other Grounds and Burial crew members as needed for such tasks as weed whacking, lawn mowing, planting, grave openings/closings, and burials. **Key Responsibilities** * Operation of hand tools and some motorized equipment * General grounds keeping: weed whacking, lawn mowing, digging, planting * Assist with installation of bronze markers * Funeral tasks include: * Assist with digging crew * Positioning the casket lowering device, erecting canopies, and arranging chairs * Lowering caskets, backfilling dirt * Additional duties as required * Available to work overtime, including weekends **Qualifications** * Experience working as a professional landscaper is required * High School diploma or equivalent * Ability to prioritize tasks * Ability to speak and write fluent English * High level of professionalism, discretion, and sensitivity, maintaining composure in difficult situations * Must have and maintain valid driver’s license **Physical Requirements** * Must be able to stand for 6\+ hours * Must be able to lift 50\+ lbs. **Interested applications should contact [email protected] or call 781\-828\-7216, option 6** **Equal Opportunity Employer** Knollwood Cemetery Corp is committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities. Knollwood Cemetery Corp does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis \[“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions) gender, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, alienage, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, veteran or military status, political affiliation, hairstyle or hair texture, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Knollwood Cemetery Corp considers skill, experience, education, attitude and potential for growth when employment selections and all other employment\-related decisions, such as compensation or promotion, policy administration, etc. are made. is committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities. Knollwood Cemetery Corp does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis \[“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions) gender, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, alienage, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, veteran or military status, political affiliation, hairstyle or hair texture, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Knollwood Cemetery Corp considers skill, experience, education, attitude and potential for growth when employment selections and all other employment\- related decisions, such as compensation or promotion, policy administration, etc. are made. Pay: $33\.59 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Work Location: In person