Grounds Mechanic
*Support 8 cemetery locations throughout the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
Position Summary
The Ground Mechanic reports directly to the Operations manager and will demonstrate by example organizational core values in all dealings with families, staff, and internal/external contacts. The Lead Technician will also perform skilled repair and maintenance of primarily small engine equipment including but not limited to: lawn and landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, chain saws), UTV’s, snowblowers, and other miscellaneous grounds equipment. This role will also coordinate skilled repair and maintenance of grounds heavy equipment including but not limited to: backhoes, mini excavators, dump trucks, mausoleum lifts, vault carts, and other cemetery vehicles. This role will also help support an education structure for the safe and proper operation, storage and handling of all equipment across all cemeteries.
Operations
· Effectively support lifecycle management of all grounds equipment at all Archdiocesan cemeteries.
· Ensure the safe and efficient maintenance, repairs, operation, storage, and handling of grounds equipment and vehicles across all Archdiocesan cemeteries
Team Development
· Foster a collaborative, Family First Focus, and service-oriented work environment
· Instruct others, as appropriate on safe and effective equipment operations including safe running, storage, and handling of cemetery grounds equipment
· Help implement equipment safety checklists and procedures for all operating staff
· Effectively communicate equipment status and prioritization of repairs to team members
Family Service
· Observe and reinforce organizational core purpose and values
· Assist families on cemetery grounds or direct them to the appropriate person for help
· Understand aspects of cemetery grounds operations and support the same as warranted and trained
Administration
· Ensure that all repairs and maintenance activities are conducted in compliance with federal and state laws/regulations & adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while working on equipment
Education & Experience · High school diploma or equivalent with considerable knowledge and experience with a variety of equipment types and brands · Experience maintaining and servicing small engine and heavy equipment through formal training and/or on-the-job equivalent experience as an equipment mechanic · Experience in the cemetery and funeral industry is a plus · Leadership experience is also a plus
Knowledge
· Knowledge of the Catholic faith, rituals, and traditions · Understanding the Order of Christian Funerals · Able to conduct oneself with a “Family First” approach · Possess a good-natured, flexible, and cooperative attitude · Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented particularly with record keeping · Possess strong time management skills · Safety-oriented and awareness of PPE, equipment safeguards, and safe practices · Able to perform equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs · Familiar with federal and state laws/regulations applicable to equipment lifecycle management · Proficient in the use of computers, software, and technology · Bilingual preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Valid state issued driver’s license, good driving record, and proof of insurance is required. Small engine technical certificate preferred.
Physical Requirements
· Lift or carry objects weighing between 50-100 lbs. · Push or pull up to 300 lbs. with a wheeled cart · Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions