Park Cemetery Laborer

City of Marquette; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Michigan is seeking a Park Cemetery Laborer. This seasonal role involves maintaining turf areas, operating equipment, and assisting with various tasks under supervision. Candidates should have a valid Michigan driver's license and the ability to perform strenuous work. The position requires flexibility and commitment to work from mid-April to mid-November. The ideal candidate should also possess knowledge of safe work practices and ability to operate various tools.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of climate and weather conditions.
• Physical strength to perform strenuous work involving lifting heavy objects.
• Must work a flexible schedule, committing to mid-April to mid-November.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and landscape tools.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment used in landscape maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf areas including irrigating, seeding, mowing, and weeding.
• Assist other crews in various duties as assigned.
• Operate City equipment safely and keep it clean and organized.
• Inspects equipment before use and reports issues.
• Operates City equipment safely and keeps tools organized.
• Performs related duties as needed.

Skills

Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships

Knowledge of safe work practices

Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment

Education

Valid Michigan driver’s license

Tools

Lawn mowers

Power tools for yard work

Job description

CITY OF MARQUETTE

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Park Cemetery Laborer

REPORTS TO: Arborist Supervisor / Sexton

EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/1/2026

JOB CLASS CODE: Temporary / Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Arborist Supervisor / Sexton, performs a wide variety of tasks requiring considerable physical effort. Job assignments include all turf related work in Park Cemetery and other parks and City properties. This is a seasonal, temporary position. Hours of work will be determined by the supervisor, but are not to exceed 40 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following:

1. Maintains all turf areas, including irrigating, seeding and mowing, weeding, raking and shoveling.
2. Assists other crews in a wide variety of duties as assigned by the supervisor.
3. Exercises proper safety precautions in the performance of work, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, machine guards, and safe work procedures.
4. Inspects equipment before use and monitor its performance. Alerts supervisor of possible malfunctions or maintenance issues.
5. Operates City equipment in a safe, courteous manner using sound judgment at all times.
6. Keeps all equipment clean and organized.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Performs other related functions as assigned.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Lawn mowers; both push mowers and riding mowers.
• Rakes, shovels and other hand tools used for lawn work.
• Power tools for yard work including weed whip, leaf vac and blower, sod cutter, power edger, garden tiller and turf broom.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with public officials, the general public and other City employees.
2. Ability to work a flexible schedule for the duration of the season. Able to commit to working from approximately mid-April to mid- November or until the end of the season.
3. Physical strength and dexterity to perform strenuous work involving lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.
4. A valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving record.
5. Knowledge of safe work practices and materials used.
6. Knowledge and ability to operate a variety of hand tools and power equipment used in landscape maintenance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work outdoors in all types of climate and weather conditions. Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work environment.
• Physical strength and dexterity to perform work involving lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.
• Occasional sitting and driving.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing and reaching.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this job description.

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