Maintenance Specialist I​/II

Job Title:

Maintenance Specialist

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department:
Veteran's Cemetery

Supervisor:
Maintenance Manager

Effective: 07/03/2024

Performs duties and functions in a maintenance and service capacity; completes burial processes and performs maintenance, repair and servicing of grounds, building and infrastructure elements; assists in the preparation, open and closing of in-ground burials; transports casketed remains from committal shelter to gravesite; places/secures cremations in niches and installs niche covers; assists in the installation, maintenance and care of grave markers and headstones;

performs grounds maintenance activities to include grave leveling, sod establishment, turf mowing/edging, tree/shrub trimming, and care of flower beds; performs the maintenance and repair of buildings, structures, fences, walls, ornamental/memorial benches and monuments, roads, signage and other infrastructure elements; assists in the repair, maintenance and servicing of small engine and power equipment; records and submits daily/weekly/monthly records, reports and/or logs as needed.

Prunes shrubs, trees and flower beds. Digs holes and trenches with pick and shovel. Places stone and plants flowers in garden areas. Hauls topsoil in wheelbarrow and spreads and levels soil using rake. Irrigates grounds using sprinkler system. Picks up and burns or carts away paper and rubbish. Repairs and paints benches, tables, guardrail, and assists in repair of roads, walks, building, performing minor and routine painting, cleaning, sweeping and weekly up-keeping of Cemetery Office.

Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment as needed using appropriate tools. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Individual will perform other duties assigned by supervisor/department head when needed. The City of Mission will follow the Veterans Administration and National Cemetery Administration standards of operations and appearance.

Qualifications

II. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Experience in construction, maintenance work, and repair work.
• Six months experience in lawn care is preferred or the ability to learn the job through on-the-job training.
• Knowledge of proper sequence of activities required to perform the job.

III. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
• Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
• Applicant must take and pass a drug, physical, and pre-placement screenings administered by the City of Mission doctor at the City's expense.
• Applicant must have a current valid class "C" driver license from the department of Public Safety with no more than two (2) moving traffic violations within the past two (2) years.
• Honorable Military Service or Equivalent Preferred
• This position is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.

IV. SKILL ABILITY REQUIREMENT:
• Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions; to work from drawings, diagrams, or blueprints; and to communicate effectively.
• Ability fill out pre and post report for all equipment.
• Ability to understand and find marker key or survey points
• Must have computer knowledge to included but not limited to Word, Excel, Google Docs
• Ability to measure and do simple math formulas
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and supervisor.
• Ability to perform repetitive work on a continuous basis.
• Ability to move hands easily and skillfully to handle/operate tools and/or machines to perform required tasks.
• Ability to understand city policy and procedure in relation to the job position, safety and health.
• Ability to perform a variety of different types of tasks without the variety itself causing a loss of efficiency.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions that require individual thought to complete the task or a series of tasks.
• Ability to perform activities of a routine, concrete, or organized nature.
• Ability to…