Assistant Foreman - Cemetery

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Leads and assists in the work of a small crew in maintaining facilities and landscaped areas of the cemetery.

Essential Functions

• Lead and assist in the work of a small crew maintaining cemetery grounds;
• Assist Cemetery Foreman in planning work to be done, maintain time and work records;
• Lead and participate in locating, marking, and preparing gravesites for funeral, providing amenities, and closing gravesite;
• Lead and participate in maintenance of cemetery grounds, and maintenance and repair of irrigation system;
• Assist in inspecting cemetery grounds for necessary maintenance or repairs;
• Assist in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary actions;
• Supervise work crew in the absence of the Cemetery Foreman;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one to three years of experience in the maintenance of a cemetery; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Physical Exam Required Valid Current Commercial Driver's License

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Landscape and ground maintenance practices;
• Use of construction equipment for landscape maintenance and excavation.

Ability to:

• Operate various pieces of grounds maintenance or construction equipment;
• Maintain accurate records;
• Understand maps and blueprints;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Lead the work of others.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand and walk during the shift.
• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.
• Frequently lift up to 100 pounds.
• Occasionally carry up to 100 pounds.
• Frequently push and pull objects.
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing.
• Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.