Cemetery Caretaker, Senior LTE

Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Cemetery Buildings and Grounds Supervisor for the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, this position serves as a Cemetery Caretaker - Senior LTE. This is a labor-intensive, cemetery work-related position, under all seasonal weather conditions, assisting full-time Cemetery Caretakers in conducting daily functions regarding all daily operations and maintenance of the cemetery. Major activities include operating heavy equipment to perform daily assigned tasks, working with cemetery staff on all grounds operations, including but not limited to casket burials, in-ground cremation burials, and columbarium urn burials. Other tasks include assistance with marker setting, prepping turf for sod, weeding, mulching, and a wide variety of grounds maintenance tasks. This position is responsible for general grounds maintenance. Lawn care (e.g., trimming, mowing, edging, etc.) is not currently a responsibility of this position.

Job Details: This position generally works two to three days per week. During the month of May leading up to Memorial Day, during training, and at various times throughout the year, the schedule may increase up to five days per week to meet seasonal operational needs. Work hours are typically between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Due to the nature of this position's duties, the work will be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, sometimes in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits. Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. The WDVA does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimally qualified applicants will have training or experience: *Operating outdoor equipment (e.g., lawn mowers, tractors, skid loaders, etc.); or *Performing general gardening or landscaping duties. Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. Review the definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment. The incumbent must meet the requirements to operate a State of Wisconsin Fleet vehicle. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://wj.wi.gov/22459 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.