The incumbent performs grounds operations and maintenance functions for the orderly burial of the dead, whilst serving families in a caring and compassionate spirit. This role involves a variety of landscaping and maintenance tasks to support the aesthetic and functional needs of the cemetery.

Responsibilities

Cemetery grounds operations include grave preparations, burial functions, planting, maintaining irrigation systems and providing general care of property;

The transport of human remains, lowering a casket, opening and closing a crypt or niche and communicating with the grieving family members at the gravesite;

Ensuring that cemetery grounds operations are performed in compliance with established cemetery, Archdiocesan, governmental and health & safety regulations;

Performing burial services and memorial placements at the cemetery accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with established policies and procedures;

Assisting visitors with the location of gravesites/lots in a professional manner, utilizing available resources such as cemetery maps and interment records;

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience

High school diploma or higher, cemetery maintenance courses/experience preferred;

Experience operating tools and machinery such as a backhoe, tractor, pickup, mowers, and other small equipment related to cemetery maintenance.





Knowledge of the Catholic Church and Catholic burial traditions, including the key components of the rituals;

Ability to meet the physical demands of the role;

Must be able to work in all weather conditions;

Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy and diplomacy;

Superior verbal and written communication skills;

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.

Conditions of Employment

Willingness to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the Archbishop;

Must possess and maintain a valid BC driver’s license as a condition of continued employment;

Ability to meet the Archdiocese of Vancouver’s Safe Environment policies;

Must be compliant with all applicable personnel policies.

This is a full time (40 hours per week) position. Normal days of operation for Gardens of Gethsemani are Monday through Saturday. Your workdays will be determined by your supervisor and may change from time to time to meet the needs of Gardens of Gethsemani;

Must be available for occasional evening/weekend work;

Comprehensive group extended health and dental benefits and pension plan offered.

Hourly range: $24.00 - $30.00.

Deadline to apply: Position to remain open until filled.

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