City of Greeley · 9 hours ago
Cemetery Technician
Greeley, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24.16/hr - $35.03/hr
2+ years expThe City of Greeley is seeking a Cemetery Technician responsible for maintaining cemetery grounds and assisting with individual burials. The role includes property sales, service preparation, and ensuring the upkeep of memorials and turf maintenance.
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Responsibilities
Prepares for interment including layout, excavation, and set-up, excavation and compaction, turf care, and memorial foundation installation
Provides turf care including watering program, fertilization program, mowing schedule and fill program, weed abatement, irrigation, and addressing continual settling of graves and turf troubleshooting
Assists in pre-need and at-need sales of property and opening and closing services, taking of complaints and providing office support
Works during special functions including Memorial Day, Wreaths Across America, Volunteer weekend projects, and History tours
Provides maintenance records including mechanical preventive maintenance and repair, parts and usage and replacement, grounds fertilization program, and fuel records and inventory
Maintains and repairs automated irrigation system
Provides upkeep of buildings, roads, other grounds maintenance i.e. fence repair, signs, cold storage/fill medium area, snow removal, and tree care
Provides customer service working with industry partners concerning foundation orders, burial vaults, and services; consulting with family members concerning maintenance requests and concerns; and following through with game plans
Provides direction to staff; this position works in concert with a steady stream of community service volunteers as well as seasonal labor
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years' grounds maintenance, irrigation repair and/or concrete flat work experience and/or a combination or experience and education
Specialized training beyond normally gained in a program of less than 18 months duration desired
Possess a valid Colorado driver's license and a good driving record
Knowledge in the use of operating hand and power tools
Ability to safely and efficiently operate midsize equipment in hazardous environment
Ability to operate mid-size excavation equipment as well as all grounds maintenance equipment (e.g., backhoe, dump truck, commercial mowers, etc.)
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities
Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal
Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and learn and experiment with new software and systems
Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others
Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly
Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate and facilitate meetings, and make decisions
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects
Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies
Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages
Ability to navigate a complex political environment
Preferred
English/Spanish bilingual skills desired
Benefits
Health and wellness
Retirement savings
Discounted access to Greeley facilities
Company
City of Greeley
City of Greeley is a government organization.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Karner
Director of Finance/CFO
Andrea Mendoza
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Recent News
2025-11-04
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