Landscape/Dev. Worker II - Calvary Cemetery (Santa Clara)

Department: Cemetery Development - Santa Clara

Status: Non- Exempt, Full Time 

POSITION SUMMARY

Works in the direct interment/entombment of the deceased, or disinterment/disentombment of remains. Trims memorials and monuments on cemetery grounds. Maintains cemetery grounds and building s under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor. Full time position requires 40 hours per week. Overtime is required as needed.

In addition to general groundworker duties, the Landscape/Development I has knowledge, experience and currently performs at least two desired skills in the areas of landscaping, sprinkler systems, plumbing, welding carpentry, construction, mechanical or operational. Requires moderate supervision on some of the required trade skill sets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Because all Archdiocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and mission of the Church in performing their work.

• Mows, edges, general clean-up brush and tree clippings.
• Removes flowers
• Prunes, fertilizes, weed control, installs sod, assist in tree planting shrub and flower bed planting, brush cutting and removal and waters grounds.
• Cleans automobiles and equipment.
• Cleans office and performs janitorial maintenance.
• Gathers and removes trash.
• Performs other cemetery tasks as directed by Supervisor.
• Maintains good personal appearance; conducts self in a manner befitting funerals and respect for the dead.
• Responsible for safe and careful handling of all cemetery property and equipment; makes certain of its proper use and security.
• Makes certain all equipment is clean and stored properly; informs Supervisor of any needed maintenance or repairs to equipment or buildings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.