Seasonal Labor part-time

Description

The Cemetery Laborer performs a variety of routine, seasonal maintenance duties in support of the City’s three cemeteries. This includes general landscaping, groundskeeping, and assisting with interment procedures to help ensure a respectful, safe, and well-maintained public space.

This is a part-time, seasonal position working 28 hours per week from April through November.
Scheduled hours are 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., either Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain cemetery grounds by mowing, trimming, collecting leaves, and removing snow.
Assist in the preparation and closure of grave spaces, mausoleum crypts, and cremation sites.
Perform regular upkeep of public areas, including planting, weeding, and trimming vegetation.
Clean and maintain cemetery buildings and mausoleums.
Operate and maintain a variety of landscaping and maintenance equipment.
Participate in spring and fall cleanup efforts.

 

Qualifications

Must have High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Must be physically capable of performing heavy manual labor, including lifting, carrying, and maneuvering heavy loads such as dirt, stone, and wood.
Frequent walking, standing, bending, and use of hand tools required.
Must possess normal or corrected vision necessary for safe tool and equipment operation.

Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, year-round.
Exposure to temperature extremes ranging from below -20°F in winter to over 95°F in summer.

 

How to Apply

https://www.cityofelkhartin.gov/departments/human-resources/careers/

 

Website

https://www.cityofelkhartin.gov/departments/cemetery/