DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Cemetery Manager, to perform all types of cemetery operational, maintenance and development activities.
Excavating of graves and all related interment functions.
Sodding, seeding, and related landscape duties.
Marker setting, road and fence repairs, ground care and maintenance, and cemetery clean-up.
Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work cooperatively with the public, co-workers and supervisors, and execute assignments promptly.
Mature judgment, initiative, poise, tact, and affability, and the ability to represent the Catholic Cemeteries creditably in all public contacts.
Ability to read cemetery maps and planographs.
Ability to fulfill the five day work week and work overtime when necessary, and work the established hours for the position.
Ability to walk on potentially uneven ground and work outdoors in potentially inclement weather.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
Possession of a valid State-issued Driver’s license.
Five years of successful work experience in cemetery maintenance, landscaping, construction, agricultural and mechanical activity desired.
Practicing Catholic with an understanding of Catholic faith practices preferred.
Must be a High School Graduate or have a G.E.D. Certificate.
Must be able to read and write English.
A valid Illinois Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Operator license or ability to obtain such license within six months preferred.
Ability to learn to operate various pieces of cemetery equipment, up to and including a backhoe.
Confirmation of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of toxicological testing and the physical examination that are required for employment in this position.
Consideration may be given to those who possess the essential functions and the majority of the other requirements, providing that they have sufficient verifiable related work experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.15 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Chicago

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