Cemetery Grounds & Equipment Technician II

City Of Lake Wales; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL preferred

Job summary

City Of Lake Wales is seeking a dependable maintenance worker to perform a range of tasks in city cemeteries and facilities. You will operate light and some heavy equipment, assist in project work, and follow safety guidelines while supporting a crew.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years of related experience, a valid Florida driver’s license and CDL preferred. The role demands physical stamina and clear communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two years experience in construction/maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance procedures.
• Valid Florida driver’s license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records of inspections and maintenance activities.
• Determines locations of gas/telecom/power/water lines before excavation.
• Keeps equipment clean; ensures proper maintenance.
• Drives trucks hauling equipment and materials.
• Performs routine inspection and refers defects to supervisor.
• Operates light/medium construction equipment (broom, jetter, backhoe).
• Acts safely and follows security standards on site.
• Performs crew labor for pavement, ditch work, and repairs.
• Assists in training lower-level employees.
• Operates various power construction equipment as needed.

Skills

Heavy manual tasks

Safety-conscious

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years construction/maintenance experience

Tools

Dump truck operation

Jetters/inductor truck

Backhoe/loader operation

Power tools

Job description

City Of Lake Wales is seeking a dependable maintenance worker to perform a range of tasks in city cemeteries and facilities. You will operate light and some heavy equipment, assist in project work, and follow safety guidelines while supporting a crew.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years of related experience, a valid Florida driver’s license and CDL preferred. The role demands physical stamina and clear communication.