General Laborer Cemetery Operations

Service Corporation International; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International (SCI) is seeking candidates for cemetery maintenance roles in Covington, LA. The position involves learning a variety of manual labor tasks related to funeral and cemetery services, including setup for burials, equipment operation, and grounds maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in all seasons.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform manual labor in the funeral and cemetery industry.
• Set up burial services, use equipment, and maintain tools.
• Load, haul, unload equipment and supplies; clean and organize work areas.
• Operate and maintain ATVs and related trailers; safe handling of materials.

Skills

Learning ability

Manual hand tools

ATV driving

Verbal & written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammers

Tamps

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Learning to perform a variety of manual laborer related to the funeral and cemetery industry.

Duties include, but not limited to, installing outer burial containers; lowering device set up; burial, entombment, and interment openings and closings procedures; properly hand dig graves and disinterment.

• Learns the proper use and maintenance of jackhammers, tamps, equipment, and tools.
• Loads, hauls, and unloads various equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Sets up tents, artificial turf and chairs for services.
• Cleans material as needed.
• Breaks down tents, chairs, and turf and properly stores.
• Empties garbage cans.
• May perform responsibilities of Grounds Keeping mowing lawns, blowing, edging, bundling debris, clearing snow or ice from pathways, and similar duties.
• Maintains tools, tents, chairs, and all-terrain vehicles in clean safe working order including sharpening tools and washing or vacuum vehicles.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and storage shed.
• Notifies manager of damaged or equipment in need of service or repair.
• Applies safe work practices and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Adheres to company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Completes required training as assigned and prior to deadline.

MINIMUM Requirements

• Education High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record to operate company vehicles

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability and willingness to learn, listen, and apply constructive feedback
• Ability to use manual hand tools
• Ability to drive all-terrain quad vehicles with hitched trailers
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills to record timesheets and required training
• Process and continual improvement driven

Work CONDITIONS

Work Environment Work outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions

Work Postures

Frequent continuous sitting, kneeling, or standing up to 6 hours per day; frequent bending and stooping

Physical Demands

Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required to dig using manual tools; lift, carry, or haul up to 50 lbs.

Work Hours

May work beyond standard hours or schedule as business needs arise

Postal Code: 70433 Category (Portal Searching): Cemetery Maintenance Job Location: US-LA - Covington

Who we are. What we do.

We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve. The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none. \"SCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.