Operations Representative
Catholic Cemeteries - Archdiocese of Omaha - Omaha
Maintenance
Full-Time
Location
Name of Facility: Catholic Cemeteries - Archdiocese of OmahaAddress
7710 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska
68124
Submitted By
Name: Deacon Steve HillEmail: smhill@catholiccem.com
Description
Department: OperationsReports to: Dan Gilster
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare burial spaces: excavation and back-filling of burial space using industrial equipment; set-up and tear-down of tents, chairs and equipment for committal serviceso Industrial equipment may include industrial mowers, trucks, backhoes and other equipment
• Perform landscaping and ground maintenance, including the following: mowing, trimming, sod laying, planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, chemical spraying, excavating, and raking. Use hand/power tools and operate industrial equipment.
• Safely operate industrial mowers, trucks, backhoe and other equipment to complete work
• Professionally represent the Cemeteries in assisting client families, guests, funeral directors, and the general public at assigned funeral committal services
• Provide excellent customer service to all cemetery guests, vendors, and internal staff
• Perform light equipment, tools, and building maintenance. Maintain cemetery shops and keep all related equipment clean, organized, and stored properly
• Plans, plants, and cultivates lawns, gardens, and mulch areas
• Keeps the entire property free of litter, cigarette butts, and other trash and hazards
• Follows all safety practices and procedures, especially regarding chemicals and powered equipment
• Ensure completion of all responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain professional appearance, reliable attendance, attention to detail, and high-quality work
• Perform or assist in installation of family-owned granite / bronze memorial markers, monuments, and vases
• Basic concrete finishing work
• Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Respect for Catholic faith and Catholic funeral rites
• Enthusiastic worker with an openness and desire to learn new skills
• Ability to follow policy and safety procedures; maintain confidential information
• Ability to safely operate and control various equipment and machinery. Such as weed eaters, trimmers, commercial mowers, tractors, trucks, backhoes
• Ability to climb ladders, use scissor lifts and work at heights of up to 25 feet
• MUST have the ability to lift, push, or pull items up to 50 lbs and team lift, up to 100 lbs
• Ability to work either with a team or independently with little direct supervision
• Basic math skills, including competence to calculate basic weights and measurements (metric and standard)
• Troubleshooting, applying appropriate solutions, and following through to ensure completeness of work
• Flexibility in responding to day-to-day work requirements and a varied work schedule or assignments
• Ability to understand basic Roman Numerals
Education and Experience
• Experience working in cemeteries, golf courses, grounds or lawn maintenance is preferred
• Experience performing residential or commercial building maintenance is beneficial
• Experience in light construction, automotive, or farming is beneficial