General Maintenance Worker

About Pinelawn Memorial Park & Arboretum

Established in 1902, Pinelawn Memorial Park & Arboretum, is a place where families can find solace, somewhere that beauty surrounds them as they pay their respects to a loved one. At Pinelawn Cemetery in Farmingdale, NY, we take the utmost care and attention to detail so that families can feel at peace with their decision to lay a loved one to rest amongst the natural beauty found throughout the cemetery and memorial park. Additionally, we guide families every step of the way so that they feel a sense of security even during the most trying of times.

We are seeking seasonal General Maintenance Workers to join our team, to assist with keeping the grounds in their beautiful, serene state. In addition, you will help with preparation and conduct of burials.

Job Duties:

• Pick up and clean debris, weeds and other cleaning and maintenance activities as needed (pick-up soil, snow, leaves, etc.)
• Perform gardening and landscaping tasks throughout the cemetery
• Operate equipment such as tampers, jackhammers, bronze trimmers, and other heavy equipment as needed
• Lift and move bronze memorials, cement foundations, sod, plywood, etc.
• Carry caskets during internments and entombments, as required during the day-to-day cemetery operations

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess a valid, unexpired Driver's License
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate effectively in English
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain on feet for continuous periods of time
• Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, ramps, etc.
• Must be able to walk considerable distances during the course of the work-shift
• Must be able to lift, rise and lower objects from one level to another
• Must be able to pull, push, and carry large amounts of weight (50-100 lbs.) at any given time

Pinelawn Memorial Park & Arboretum is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.76 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• Farmingdale, NY 11735: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person