Heavy Equipment Operator & Crew Lead, Cemetery Grounds

Diocese of Laredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Staff spiritual retreats and Catholic

Job summary

Diocese of Laredo is seeking an outdoors-focused heavy equipment operator for Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The role involves preparing burial sites and leveling land, operating back-hoe, mini-excavator, and skid steer under the Foreman and Grounds crew.

Immediate start with full-time, 40 hours per week; occasional weekend work as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ years with heavy equipment, strong safety awareness, and ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One or more years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment and safety standards.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steer) to prepare burial sites.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate and refilling equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures while operating equipment.
• Communicate with foreman regarding repairs or issues with equipment.
• Read and administer processes and duties as assigned.
• Oversee crew and project assignments as operator.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety standards compliance

Physical strength

Texas driver license

CDL (preferred) or ability to obtain

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL (preferred) or ability to obtain

Job description

Diocese of Laredo is seeking an outdoors-focused heavy equipment operator for Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The role involves preparing burial sites and leveling land, operating back-hoe, mini-excavator, and skid steer under the Foreman and Grounds crew.

Immediate start with full-time, 40 hours per week; occasional weekend work as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ years with heavy equipment, strong safety awareness, and ability to lift 50+ pounds.