Cemetery Worker

Acton MA; Acton (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Town of Acton, Department of Public Works, is seeking a full-time Cemetery Worker to maintain graves, equipment, and grounds. This outdoor role involves operating backhoes, dump trucks, riding and walk-behind mowers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, and other power equipment for grave-site prep and seasonal cleanup.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of Public Works or cemetery experience, a valid driver’s license, and the relevant licenses or the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of public works or cemetery operations experience.
• Valid driver’s license required; Hoisting License 2B+ or greater and Pesticide Applicators License (Massachusetts) or obtainable within 6 months.
• OSHA-10 certification, or ability to obtain within first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain grave sites; mow, trim, landscape, leaf removal, seasonal cleanup.
• Maintain cemetery roads, walkways, buildings and other property; operate backhoes, dump trucks, mowers, chainsaws, leaf blowers and other power equipment.
• Assist with snow and ice removal, storm response, and other Public Works operations as needed.
• Interact with families and the public with professionalism and sensitivity.

Skills

Public Works experience

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hoisting License 2B or greater

Massachusetts Pesticide Applicators License

OSHA-10 certification

Tools

OSHA-10

Job description

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The Town of Acton is seeking a dependable, hardworking individual to join our Department of Public Works as a full-time Cemetery Worker. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and taking pride in maintaining spaces that are important to our community.

The Cemetery Worker performs skilled and manual work associated with the operation, maintenance, and care of Town cemeteries and grounds. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining grave sites; mowing, trimming, landscaping, leaf removal, and seasonal cleanup; maintaining cemetery roads, walkways, buildings, and other property; and operating vehicles and equipment including backhoes, dump trucks, riding and walk-behind mowers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, and other power equipment.

The position also assists with snow and ice removal, storm response, and other Public Works operations as needed. Because Cemetery staff regularly interact with families, visitors, funeral service providers, and members of the public, the successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, good judgment, and sensitivity while performing their work.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and at least one (1) year of experience in Public Works, cemetery operations, landscaping, grounds maintenance, equipment operation, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Valid driver’s license, Hoisting License 2B or greater and Massachusetts Pesticide Applicators License, or obtain within 6 months. OSHA-10, or able to obtain within first 6 months.

The position requires significant physical activity and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Candidates must also be available for seasonal work, overtime, emergency response, and snow and ice removal as required.

Pay:Grade A-3, starting at $27.7953/hour

Benefits:$425 fitness club reimbursement program (if enrolled in Town Health Insurance plan). Health, Dental, and Vision insurance are just some of our competitive insurance benefits. Middlesex Retirement System pension plan and 457-B/Roth IRA plans available. Learn more at https://actonma.gov/901/Employee-Benefits .

Acton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.