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Cemeterian - Regular Full-Time
Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on

September 24, 2024
at 11:59 PM
Job ID: 24-U134 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying)
Department: Infrastructure Assets
Job Description: Job Title: Cemeterian
Competition Number: 24-U134
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Pay Rate: $37.73 per hour (2024 rates)
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Competition Opening Date: September 3, 2024
Competition Internal Closing Date: September 11, 2024
Competition External Closing Date: September 24, 2024

Job Overview
The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Cemeterian to join our team of professionals in the Public Works Division, Infrastructure Assets Department. Reporting to the Infrastructure Assets Manager, in this unionized position you will perform a variety of cemetery operational functions including grounds maintenance, custodial and equipment operation work. This position requires sufficient stamina, strength and agility to perform manual outdoor work in all weather conditions and will appeal to applicants who are committed to excellence in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in digging/site preparation, interment and closing
• Locate new interment sites and install site memorial markers and monument boulders
• Operate equipment including a backhoe, bobcat and single axle dump truck with trailer
• Assign tasks, provide site supervision and participate in the work of staff performing cemetery maintenance
• Ensure site activities comply with municipal bylaws, provincial regulations and provide information to the public on matters related to internments and bylaw requirements
• Assist the public in selecting and determining interment options, provide pricing and communicate with funeral providers as required
• Maintain files and records accordingly
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12, plus courses related to cemetery operations and turf care and considerable related experience in the operation and servicing of applicable heavy construction and maintenance equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and equipment and procedures used in servicing and minor maintenance
• Sound knowledge of provincial regulations, municipal bylaws, policies and procedures as it relates to cemeteries
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and provide information and assistance to members of the public in a compassionate and sensitive manner

Required Certifications/Licenses

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.

• BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License with Heavy Trailer Endorsement (Code 20) .You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver Factor Report will not be accepted.

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

Apply Now
Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Address: Township of Langley
4th Floor Civic Facility
20338 65 Avenue
Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1
E-mail: hrinfo@tol.ca
Opening Date: September 3, 2024 08:30 AM
Closing Date: September 24, 2024 11:59 PM

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