INTERNAL- Cemetery Attendant/Equipment Operator II (Light)

Dryden; Dryden; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dryden is seeking a Cemetery Attendant/Equipment Operator II (Light) to maintain cemetery grounds and support Public Works. Duties include locating and recording burial plots, assisting the public and monument dealers with grave locations, and operating light equipment as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma, the ability to operate department equipment, knowledge of the OHSA, and a valid Class D license with a Z endorsement for air brakes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to operate departmental equipment including trucks and mower as determined by the employer.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Previous cemetery and equipment operation experience would be an asset.
• Valid Class D driver's license with Z endorsement for air brake vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cemetery grounds, locate, prepare and record burial plots and columbarium spaces.
• Assist public and monument dealers with grave locations.
• Operate Equipment II (Light) as required when cemetery work is not available.

Skills

Equipment operation

OHSA knowledge

Driver's license with Z endorsement

Public/customer service

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Job description

INTERNAL- Cemetery Attendant/Equipment Operator II (Light)

Public Works - Dryden, ON, Canada - Full Time

Internal Posting
HR-PW-2026-44
*this posting is for an existing vacancy

Job Title: - Cemetery Attendant/Equipment Operator II (Light) Date Posted: Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Department: Public Works Closing: 4:00pm Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Location: Cemetery & Public Works Reports to: Public Works Operations Manager

Status: Full Time - Permanent - 40.0 hours per week Union: IBEW Local 1730

Wage: $31.78/hour with benefits as per the current IBEW Local 1730 Collective Agreement.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Public Works Operations Manager, the successful candidate will maintain the cemetery grounds, locate, prepare and record burial plots and columbarium's; assist public and monument dealers with grave locations; and work as an Equipment Operator II (Light) as required when there is no cemetery work.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Ability to effectively operate departmental equipment including trucks, tractor with mower, etc as determined by the employer
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Previous cemetery and equipment operation would be an asset
• Have and maintain a valid Class \"D\" driver's license with a \"Z\" endorsement for air brake vehicles
• A demonstrated courteous and polite manner when dealing with the public; and,
• Organizational skills

Personal Information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment. Questions with respect to the collection of personal information should be addressed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden,
30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7 [phone].
The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.
Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Director of Human Resources, or designate.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.