GROUNDSWORKER

Location: Calvary Cemetery Santa Barbara

Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time

Salary Range: $17.94 - $20.62

The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. Candidates are paid at the minimum of the salary range or no higher than the first quartile of the salary range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, and other department needs.

What We Are Looking For

In joining our team, you are joining a dynamic group of diverse individuals committed to the Corporal Works of Mercy. For us, what we do is much more than a job or a career. If you feel called to be of service, we invite you to explore our career opportunities.

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 buildings under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor. Full time position requires 40 hours per week. Overtime is required as needed.

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.

Sets up graves for interment services, seals vault, backfills and tamps graves, replaces sod; trims all memorials and monuments on cemetery grounds.
Sets up tents as necessary, handles and stores dirt sheets and greens.
Mow, edges, sweeps lawns.
Removes flowers, cares for vases.
Prunes, fertilizes and waters the grounds.
Cares for flower beds and areas around buildings.
Raises graves and memorials, levels lawn.
Cleans automobiles and equipment.
Driving Cemetery Vehicles and/or equipment
Cleans office and performs janitorial maintenance.
Gathers and removes trash.
Acts as funeral attendant; assists priests, patrons and funeral directors as necessary.
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.
Ground worker in small cemeteries operates backhoe and performs minor maintenance work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, typically:

Valid Driver’s License, good driving record and automobile insurance.
General education sufficient to understand and observe written and oral instructions, directions and safety rules.
Previous experience in grounds-care helpful.
Training in lawn maintenance and landscaping equipment, excavation safety -- all on the job training.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of:

Active member of a Roman Catholic faith community.
Application of on-the-job training in procedures and safety practices.
Basic edging and trimming equipment operation and repair.

Skill in:

Acquiring necessary skills from on-the-job training.

Ability to:

Bilingual English/Spanish.
Complete job on own after initial instruction from Supervisor.
Write, read, and follow instructions.
Lift heavy objects and equipment.
Lift objects weighing a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted and be able to lift heavier objects with the aid of other grounds workers.
Handle grave set-ups, tins and sod carefully.
Operate standard office equipment and computer.
Perform tasks requiring intermittent bending, stooping, and walking.

Physical And Environmental Requirements

Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Sit for sustained periods of time on a daily basis.
Perform tasks requiring intermittent bending stooping, and walking.
Sustain frequent movement of the fingers, wrists, hands and arms.

Our Benefits include:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)
Mental Health Services (Employee Assistance Program)
Pension Plan
403B Plan
Vacation & Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Employee Discount Programs (24hr Fitness, LA Fitness, Hotel Engine, Great Work Perks*)
*Great Work Perks (Amusement Parks, Car Rentals & Hotel, Restaurant, and Shopping discounts)
SIGN ON BONUS
- 2% bonus, commensurate with level of annual compensation
- Must be employed for 6 months - in good standing.
- Full amount paid at 6 months.
- excludes temporary employees.

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