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City of Wellington KS

CEMETERY-LABOROR

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$37,062 / year median in Kansas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary Responsible for routine manual laborer involving the care, mowing, trimming, spraying, cleaning and maintenance of the cemetery for the City of Wellington. Essential Functions Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Schedule and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. 1. Works directly in maintenance activities such as mowing and trimming grasses, hedges, trees and shrubs 2. Responsible for spraying of weeds and insects 3. Assists in all types of maintenance work required in a cemetery 4. Operates or learns to operate all the equipment used in the cemetery 5. Assists the Sexton in equipment maintenance and repair 6. Assists in internment's and disinterment's 7. Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state and local laws and ordinances 8. Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary 9. Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures 10. Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools and other aids as required or needed 11. Protects and maintains any confidential information you have access to, whether oral, written, or electronic Position Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Requirements:
1. High school diploma or other equivalent 2. One year of related experience Certifications /
Licenses:
1.
Valid Kansas Driver's License Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
1. Ability to operate a truck, tractor, mowers, backhoes and other department equipment 2. Knowledge of the service, maintenance and repair of equipment 3. Ability to read and interpret service and repair manuals 4. Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work 5. Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently 6. Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner 7. Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment 8. Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously 9. Strong written and verbal communication skills 10. Problem solving and critical thinking skills 11. Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities 12. Ability to communicate in a professional, calm and courteous manner with the general public and employees 13. Attention to detail Disclaimer •The specific statements in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical functions, elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.