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Job Description: Cemetery Maintenance Crew / Assistant Park Foreman

Hauck Enterprises is seeking a hardworking and motivated individual to join our team at Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama. As a Cemetery Crew Member, you will be responsible for various tasks related to ground maintenance, landscape maintenance, backhoe operations, and tractor/trailer operations. Your primary duties will include assisting with burial and entombment set up, maintaining the grass, installing headstones and fulfilling park maintenance requests.

Responsibilities:

- Install headstones and monuments, following proper procedures and guidelines.

- Assist in the preparation and set up for burials and entombments, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are ready for use.

-Maintain the cemetery's grounds using zero turn mowers and weed eaters to cut the grass and trim around monuments and sidewalks.

- Perform park maintenance requests that ensure the overall upkeep of the cemetery grounds and memorials.

- Operate tractors and trailers to transport equipment or materials as required.

- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines at all times to ensure a secure work environment.

Requirements:

- Previous experience in ground maintenance, landscape maintenance, or related field is required.

- Proficiency in operating backhoes, tractors with trailers, zero turn lawnmowers, weed eaters and blowers are essential.

- Strong physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

-Ability to lift up to or over 75lbs

- Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in burial and headstone installation.

- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

- Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

- Effective communication skills to interact with team members and clients.

Compensation and Benefits:

- The position pays up to $20 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

- Health, dental, and vision insurance plans are available.

- Matching 401k retirement plan is available.

Join our dynamic team at Hauck Enterprises and contribute to the respectful and well-maintained environment of our cemetery. If you possess the necessary qualifications and are ready to take on this rewarding role, we invite you to apply.

Qualified candidates must respond to this job ad with a resume to be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Cemetery: 1 year (Preferred)
• Landscape maintenance: 2 years (Required)
• Tractor-trailer: 2 years (Required)
• Groundskeeping: 2 years (Required)
• Mowing: 2 years (Required)
• Supervising: 2 years (Required)
• Backhoe operation: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person