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Parklawn Memorial Park (Dignity Memorial)

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What they do

A Landscaping or Grounds Supervisor supervises the staff that provide landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Supervises work to care for plants and trees, including mowing, trimming and planting, and work to repair driveways, walks, benches or other structures. Oversees equipment maintenance and transportation, and communicates with residential customers.

$55,563 / year median in Maryland

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Oversees the day to day interment, monument, grounds keeping, and landscaping operations by guiding and coaching Supervisors. Allocates labor and equipment resources across Parks. Reviews work schedules. Establishes and communicates expectations. Coordinates work schedules with Funeral Services, Cemetery Services, and Grounds Keeping ensuring business needs are accomplished but do not interfere with Services. Collaboratively resolves issues impacting grounds care, irrigation, water conservation, horticulture, landscaping, and wild life management. Assure Park complies with OSHA and EPA regulations, associates comply with regulations, and work is performed with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Work is conducted in a safe working environment by training staff in safe techniques, use, maintenance, and storage of equipment. Source vendors and manage vendors against contractual service level agreements (SLAs). Develop equipment maintenance schedule, coordinate repairs, and order supplies. Maintains processes and procedures including storm/environmental contingency plans. Identifies and implements innovative solutions improving efficiencies. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. People Development Develop a strong, trusting, and reliable team. Understand team members career aspirations and provide assignments to develop skills and/or close gaps. Constructively address issues and provide tangible and appropriate feedback. Apply a proactive and collaborative management style in order to increase employee engagement and minimize turnover. Ensures mandatory training is completed by staff prior to deadline. Responsible for screening candidates (internal and external) and hiring or promoting a skilled and effective staff. Recommends pay increases, special pays, and career advancements. MINIMUM Requirements Education High School diploma or equivalent Certification Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history Experience Prefered (1) years cemetery interment, monument, and grounds keeping experience with increasing skill development and responsibilities. At least two (2) years supervisory experience, preferably in Cemetery Maintenance Bilingual in Spanish a preferred Experience with vendor management a plus Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Professional verbal and written communication skills Strong work ethic and ethical business practices Proficient MS Office Outlook skills Proficient database skills to administer human resources transactions and timecard approvals Demonstrate environmental and safety regulation knowledge and application Demonstrate knowledge of
IRLA, IOA
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Experience:
Maintenance:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
In person