Heavy Equipment Operator I - Cemetery

City of Rome, Georgia; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Rome, Georgia is seeking a Cemetery Equipment Operator to operate and maintain heavy equipment used in daily cemetery maintenance and burials. The role requires safe operation, adherence to policy, and timely completion of tasks in a respectful cemetery setting.

Responsibilities include grave preparation, equipment upkeep, and assisting with clerical duties as needed. A High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license are required, with NIMS training to be completed within

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; one year of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cemetery policy, procedures, and burial practices.
• Ability to operate and maintain cemetery equipment.
• Basic administrative and clerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment used in daily cemetery operations.
• Perform grave preparation, maintenance, and related tasks.
• Assist with administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Policy and procedural knowledge

Maintenance of equipment

Administrative tasks

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Front-end loader

Back-loader

Job description

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The work of this position involves operating and maintaining heavy equipment associated with the daily operations of the city cemeteries.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of policy and procedures pertaining to grave improvements and maintenance.
• Knowledge of achieving grade pertaining to burials.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain assigned equipment.
• Skills in operating heavy equipment such as front-end loader and back-loader.
• Skills in operating all Cemetery equipment as needed.
• Skills to perform basic administrative and clerical tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. One year experience in a similar position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from state of residency.
• Must obtain National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment.