Under the general supervision of the Cemeteries Operations Coordinator, Foreman, Equipment Operator 4 and/or Leading Cemetery Groundsperson, the Utility 1 Cemeteries completes tasks associated with interments, disinterments and cemetery grounds maintenance operations, using their own judgement and problem-solving skills. The Utility 1 is expected to work cooperatively in a team environment and operate tools, equipment and attachments in a safe and efficient manner, as required to perform cemetery functions. The incumbent will provide assistance to, and answers general enquiries from clients in the cemetery grounds and perform seasonal grass maintenance duties, for example mowing, leveling and seeding.

As the***Utility 1 - Cemeteries,***your duties will include:

• Operating and maintaining equipment and attachments, as required to perform interments and disinterments of full body and cremated remains, and all cemetery grounds maintenance tasks.
• Communicating effectively, using tact, understanding, diplomacy, and observing strict confidentiality.
• Actively promoting high quality Customer Care and support a Respectful Workplace Environment.
• Taking part in completing janitorial tasks when required.
• Actively participating in a team working environment to achieve given tasks and objectives with general supervision from the Cemeteries Operations Coordinator, Foreman Equipment Operator 4 and/or Leading Cemetery Groundsperson. May be required to act as Cemetery Groundsperson, on a temporary basis.

Your education and qualifications include:

• Six (6) months’ experience operating grounds maintenance equipment (e.g.: weed trimmers, riding mowers, etc.).

• Basic knowledge of cemetery function and operations.

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Legislation.

• Ability to participate in all training courses relevant to maintaining best working practices, and for upgrading to senior positions. Must be willing to provide feedback on attended courses and relevance for other team members to attend.

• General knowledge of the operation of and day-to-day adjustment and servicing of riding mowers and weed trimmers.

• Commitment to providing high-quality customer service.

• Ability to understand, execute and communicate oral and written instructions and procedures.

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and colleagues.

• Ability to use computers and other technical equipment necessary to perform the duties of the position.

-IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.

• Must possess a St. John’s Ambulance Emergency First Aid Certificate or equivalent or be willing and able to obtain it within three (3) months of appointment.

• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including the ability to lift weights in excess of 50lbs and working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

• The successful applicant(s) will be required to provide CSA approved personal protective safety boots (six (6) inches above the ankle) at their own expense.