What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Maintenance Repairer – Cemetery position at Hattiesburg Water Plant?
Position: Facility Maintenance Repairer
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Cemetery
Rate of Pay: $15.00/hr
Nature Of Work
This position involves physically demanding manual labor in an outdoor environment for the majority of the workday. Employees will perform a variety of tasks related to the upkeep of city cemeteries and other properties under Parks & Recreation. Duties include routine and detailed landscape maintenance, equipment servicing, assisting with burials, and supporting emergency or storm response operations as needed. This position works on a rotating weekend schedule and may be subject to on-call duties after hours or during weather-related events.
Examples Of Work
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Cemetery
Rate of Pay: $15.00/hr
Nature Of Work
This position involves physically demanding manual labor in an outdoor environment for the majority of the workday. Employees will perform a variety of tasks related to the upkeep of city cemeteries and other properties under Parks & Recreation. Duties include routine and detailed landscape maintenance, equipment servicing, assisting with burials, and supporting emergency or storm response operations as needed. This position works on a rotating weekend schedule and may be subject to on-call duties after hours or during weather-related events.
Examples Of Work
- Perform daily manual labor related to the maintenance and appearance of cemeteries, including mowing, weed-eating, edging, and general groundskeeping.
- Maintain cemetery grounds through routine, detail-oriented landscaping and beautification efforts.
- Operate and maintain a wide range of landscaping equipment including zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
- Service and perform light maintenance on equipment to ensure proper function and longevity.
- Assist in grave preparation, including opening and closing graves and post-funeral service maintenance.
- Perform litter pickup, debris removal, and storm cleanup as directed.
- Ensure a safe and organized work environment for crew members and the public at all times.
- Follow all city safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines for equipment use.
- Work rotating weekends and provide on-call support as required.
- Communicate and cooperate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Prior experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or facility maintenance preferred.
- Must demonstrate physical ability to perform strenuous labor in all weather conditions.
- Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi Driver’s License.
- Ability to operate landscaping machinery and perform basic equipment upkeep.
Salary : $15