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Landscape Technician

Catholic Cemeteries Association
  • Cleveland, Ohio
    14 days ago

    Job Description

    Position Summary

    The Landscape Technician will carry out general landscape maintenance duties for all cemeteries as provided by the Landscape Manager. This position is responsible for the implementation of all directions provided by the Landscape and Maintenance Manager, including completing operations on time and meeting all safety guidelines and requirements. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, snow removal and other general cemetery care and landscaping matters within the field.

    Position Details

    Compensation: Non-Exempt: $17.00 – $22.00 per hour, based on direct relevant experience
    Employment Type: Full-time
    Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:15 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
    Travel: Ability to travel to different CCA cemeteries throughout Northeast Ohio daily.

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Implement plans as provided by supervisor.
    2. Ensure all work is completed in adherence to safety policies and guidelines.
    3. Maintain a high level of good housekeeping and care of company assets in the field, vehicles, shop, and worksites.
    4. Trim and prune trees and shrubbery as required by supervisor.
    5. Plants trees, shrubs, or flowers, according to instructions and planned design of landscaped area.
    6. May operate a variety of equipment, including but not limited to, mowers, string trimmers, Cushman, backhoe, dump truck, tractor, bed edger, hedge trimmer, chain saw.
    7. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.
    8. Apply herbicide and fertilizer to designated areas, using sprayers and spreaders.
    9. Prepare and maintain gravesite as directed by supervisor.
    10. May be used in field as needed.
    11. Maintain OSHA PPE certificate.
    12. Ability to hand pull weeds around bushes, trees, and flower beds.
    13. Maintains awareness of landscaping best practices and plant knowledge.
    14. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
     

    What You Will Need to Succeed

    Education & Qualifications:
    • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
    • Associate’s degree in landscaping design/horticulture preferred
    • 1–3 years of direct relevant experience
    • 10-hour OSHA Certified, General Industry
    • Current, valid driver’s license
    • Current, valid CDL license preferred
    • Willing to obtain current, valid Ohio Commercial Spray License
    • Current, valid Ohio Commercial Spray License preferred
    • Clean driving record
    • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical exam required
     
    Competencies:
    • Exceptional customer service skills
    • Excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to work within a team environment while balancing individual responsibility
    • Ability to complete jobs on time
    • Excellent attention to safety procedures and ability to implement safety procedures and maintain a safe environment
    • Ability to read and interpret written communication

    Physical Demands

    • Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and/or squatting
    • Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions on a regular basis
    • Ability to lift 75 lbs. on a regular basis

    Work Environment

    • On-site, in person, with the ability to report to different cemeteries within the Association daily
    • Monday through Friday schedule; no weekend work required
    • Exposure to outside weather conditions on a daily basis
    • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and vibration

    Why Join CCA

    • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
    • HSA
    • Life Insurance
    • FMLA, AD&D, EAP
    • 403(b) and pension plan
    • Paid Vacation and Holidays
    • Professional development assistance

    Our Commitment and Difference

    Faith – Family – Trust – Compassion and Hope. CCA has been serving Catholic families throughout the Diocese of Cleveland since the mid-1800s. Our caring staff will help you and your family with support and guidance as you find a place to cherish memories for generations to come. CCA is committed to ministering to and assisting families before, during, and after the death of a loved one. We are proud to be part of the Diocese of Cleveland, and we are dedicated to constant improvement and enhancement while staying up to date with the latest technologies.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    CCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CCA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); applicants requiring an accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.
    E-Verify: We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
     
    This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCleveland, Ohio
    Websitehttps://clecem.org

    Skills

    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
    • Backhoe Loaderunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Dump Truck/Tipperunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)unmatched
    • Gardeningunmatched
    • Horticultureunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Landscapingunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Prescription Drugsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Implementationunmatched
    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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