Maintenance Worker

Service Corporation International; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 65,904,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Fall River, MA is seeking a part-time facilities maintenance associate to perform building and grounds upkeep, repairs, and safety-compliant tasks across funeral home locations.

The role involves painting, drains, lighting, lawn care, sprinkler systems, vehicle cleaning, and assisting with load/unload of caskets, with a supportive team and opportunities for 401(k) eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade school is a plus.
• Experience with handyman tasks is preferred.
• Ability to operate common hand-held tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of interior and exterior facilities, cleaning, painting, unclogging drains, small repairs.
• Assess issues and coordinate repairs or refer to outside vendors.
• Cleans and maintains tools; ensures equipment is in working order.
• Maintains cleaning supplies; places re-orders as needed.
• Observe safety protocols to protect staff and public.
• Landscaping and grounds keeping; mowing, edging, plantings.
• Monitor and repair sprinkler systems.
• Washing and cleaning funeral home vehicles.
• Load and unload caskets.

Skills

Hand tools operation

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school preferred

Tools

Lawn mower

Leaf blower

Weed trimmer

Sledge hammer

Paint supplies

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Responsible for the overall appearance funeral home locations building maintenance and grounds keeping including but not limited to painting, unclogging drains, facility initial issue diagnosis, and simple repairs and maintenance tasks.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Building Maintenance General interior and exterior building maintenance including cleaning, carpet cleaning, mopping, unstopping drains, painting, replacing light bulbs and lighting, water leaks, and minor repairs
• Assess issue and repairs or recommends outside vendor
• Cleans and maintains handyman tools, ladders, extension cords, etc. ensuring equipment is in working order
• Maintains supply of cleaning products requested re-orders as needed
• Follows safety protocols to protect self, coworkers, and public
• Landscaping and Grounds Keeping Maintain manicured, safe, and debris free landscaping, grounds, walkways, and drives including but not limited to cutting grass, using weed eaters/edger, leaf blowers, planting seasonal flowers, laying sod.
• Monitors and repairs sprinkler system
• Observe safety rules and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and Safety and Environmental guidelines
• Miscellaneous
• Washing and cleaning all funeral home vehicles
• Loading and unloading of caskets

MINIMUM Requirements

• Education: High school education or GED; Trade school preferred
• Experience: Handyman, painter, plumbing preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick, rake, sledge hammer, lawn mower, weed trimmer and leaf blower
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to use accurately measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, yardstick, etc.)
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, contractor personnel and client families
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to operate equipment in a safe and careful manner
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to effectively work with others to accomplish tasks

Work CONDITIONS

• Work Environment Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions; Moderate odors, dust, odor, pollen or fumes may cause discomfort and/or irritation to eyes or respiratory passages; Loud noise from equipment/machines is at a level where ear protection is recommended
• Work Postures Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 8 hours per day; Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
• Physical Demands Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required; Carrying and/or lifting materials up to 75 pounds
• Work Hours Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises

Compensation

• $18.00-$23.00/Hourly

Benefits

• Part-time associates working an average 20 hours a week may be eligible for 401(k).

Additional Details

• Postal Code: 02720
• Category (Portal Searching): Operations
• Job Location: US-MA - Fall River

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.