Facilities & Transportation Maintenance Technician

Facilities & Transportation Maintenance Technician

Department:
Facilities / Operations

Reports To:

Facilities Manager / Management
Employment Status:
Full-Time

Location:

Cotton Funeral Service

Schedule:

Based on operational needs; weekend, evening, and holiday availability may be required

The Facilities & Transportation Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the daily operation, appearance, safety, and readiness of Cotton Funeral Service facilities, grounds, and company vehicles.

This position performs groundskeeping, basic facility maintenance, vehicle care, transportation, deliveries and pickups, funeral home removals, and other operational support duties.

The Technician is expected to take an active role in identifying facility or vehicle issues and reporting them to management before they interfere with funeral home operations. This is a hands-on position requiring dependability, professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

• Maintain the exterior grounds of funeral home properties in a clean, safe, and professional condition.
• Remove trash, debris, leaves, branches, and other materials from exterior areas.
• Sweep and maintain sidewalks, entrances, driveways, parking lots, and other exterior areas.
• Perform seasonal groundskeeping duties as assigned.
• Remove snow and ice and apply salt or ice-melting products to sidewalks, entrances, and other designated areas when required.
• Maintain outdoor trash receptacles and designated waste areas.
• Inspect exterior areas for hazards, damage, lighting issues, or other conditions requiring attention.
• Notify management of landscaping, structural, safety, or maintenance concerns requiring outside service.

• Perform routine inspections of funeral home facilities and report maintenance concerns.
• Complete minor repairs and maintenance tasks within the employee's training and ability.
• Replace light bulbs and perform other basic building upkeep.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials as needed.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down rooms for funeral services, meetings, or special events when requested.
• Monitor common areas for maintenance or safety concerns.
• Immediately report plumbing leaks, electrical issues, HVAC problems, damaged equipment, or other significant facility concerns to management.
• Coordinate access for approved maintenance vendors or contractors when directed by management.
• Maintain maintenance tools, supplies, storage areas, and equipment in an organized and safe condition.

• Maintain the cleanliness and professional appearance of company vehicles.
• Wash and clean company vehicles according to the established schedule and as needed.
• Clean vehicle interiors, windows, and other surfaces.
• Ensure vehicles have adequate fuel and fill fuel tanks as required.
• Conduct routine visual inspections of company vehicles.
• Check and report concerns involving:
  • Tires and tire pressure
  • Exterior and interior lights
  • Windshield wipers
  • Visible fluid leaks
  • Warning lights
  • Vehicle damage
  • General cleanliness and appearance
• Monitor vehicle mileage and maintenance schedules.
• Notify management when vehicles are approaching scheduled oil changes, inspections, tire service, registration renewals, or other required maintenance.
• Transport vehicles to and from approved repair shops, dealerships, inspection facilities, car washes, or other service providers as directed.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance or mileage records as required.
• Immediately report accidents, vehicle damage, warning lights, mechanical problems, or unsafe operating conditions.
• Ensure company vehicles are returned to their designated locations and properly secured after use.

• Transport supplies, documents, equipment, flowers, memorial items, and other materials between funeral home locations and approved destinations.
• Pick up supplies, equipment, parts, and other business-related items as directed.
• Make deliveries to funeral home locations, cemeteries, churches, vendors, families, or other authorized locations as assigned.
• Transport company vehicles between locations when necessary.
• Obtain receipts, signatures, or other documentation for deliveries and purchases when required.
• Communicate delays or problems with assigned pickups or deliveries to management promptly.
• Safeguard company property and materials while in transit.

• Assist with or perform removals and transportation of deceased individuals in accordance with company procedures, applicable law, and management direction.
• Respond professionally and respectfully when interacting with families, hospitals, nursing facilities, hospice facilities, medical examiner offices, and other institutions.
• Assist with safely transferring deceased individuals using approved equipment and procedures.
• Maintain the dignity and respectful treatment of deceased individuals…