Requisition ID: 40947
Organization
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.
Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
Main Purpose & Function
Mountain View Cemetery is a place to honour the memories of family and friends, and to engage with Vancouver’s nature and history. As part of a dedicated team, this position performs work as it relates to grounds maintenance and interment services, while providing consideration and assistance to the families we serve.
Successful candidates will work from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday and may be required to adjust shifts as operationally required. The work is based entirely at Mountain View Cemetery.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, this position completes a variety of tasks which can include heavy physical effort andagility; interment services, marker foundation installation, grave marker placement, landscaping, general turf care,project work, and performing other related Cemetery duties as assigned.
Successful candidates must have sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy physical labour; ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects; ability to walk or stand continuously with frequent bending ortwisting; ability to work close to moving machinery and in high traffic areas; ability to work on ladders, ability towork outside in all weather conditions, and on uneven surfaces; ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Driver’s License and Record Checks:
Business Unit/Department: Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200)
Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Start Date: May 2024
Position End Date: November 2024
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-310: $30.42
Application Close: April 21, 2024
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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