Job Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the work of the grounds staff daily, which includes laying out grave sites and preparing them for burials, setting memorials and markers, performing lawn maintenance such as mowing, trimming, planting, and snow removal, collecting trash or other debris from the grounds
• Recruit and manage performance, and when necessary, discharge grounds staff
• Can fill any role required in the grounds keeping / facilities maintenance function
• Verifies that the locations of all interments, entombments, or inurnments are accurate.
• Assures that sites are prepared for services as expected by client families.
• Assures that all physical components of the memorialization process comply with the client's family wishes.
• Trains and supervises grounds crew.
• Maintains existing memorials and crypts.
• Assures that the grounds crews’ uniforms, personal appearance, actions, and demeanor present an appropriate image to client families.
• In consultation with the Location Manager, Office Manager, and other staff, schedules and delegates work assignments to meet client family wishes. 
• Maintains a safe working environment by training the staff in observing safety rules and ensuring compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and Safety and Environmental guidelines.
• Maintains proper inventories of equipment, supplies, and merchandise.
• Purchases safety equipment and supplies as required. 
• Assures that all equipment is cleaned and properly maintained.

EDUCATIONAL/Experience/MINIMUM Requirements

Education:

• High school education or equivalent or relevant work experience

Experience:

• Funeral industry experience would also be a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick, rake, sledgehammer, lawn mower, weed trimmer, and leaf blower
• Ability to operate larger mechanical equipment, including dump trucks, riding mowers, tractors, and brush hogs (under supervision, can operate a backhoe).
• Ability to accurately use measuring devices (i.e., tape measure, yard stick, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, contractor personnel, and client families

Work Conditions

Work Environment

When considering the work environment associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

• Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
• Moderate odors, dust, pollen, or fumes may cause discomfort and/or irritation to the eyes or respiratory passages
• Loud noise from equipment/machines is at a level where ear protection is recommended.

Work Postures

When considering the work postures associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

• Frequent, continuous periods standing, up to 8 hours per day
• Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently

Physical Demands

When considering the physical demands associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

• Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required
• Carrying and/or lifting materials up to 100 pounds