Open Position: Seasonal Irrigation & Infrastructure Assistant
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists the Irrigation System and Infrastructure Manager performing maintenance and repair of the irrigation system, drainage system, roads, and paths throughout the Cemetery.
(more…)Open Position: Preservation Craftsperson Intern
Position Summary
As a Preservation Craftsperson Intern, you will gain valuable hands-on experience working with Mount Auburns preservation staff repairing monuments and headstones using a combination of traditional and modern methods and materials. Projects include repointing of various buildings and structures, adhesive repairs of broken marble, slate, sandstone and granite monuments and the repair and resetting of loose or leaning headstones. Learn to properly mix, lay-up and cure a variety of mortar mixes formulated for use with different types of stone as well as the proper preparation and execution of high-quality patches using a range of patching materials. Learn cleaning methods for a variety of stone types utilizing detergents, steam and chemicals. Learn how to survey and prioritize preservation project utilizing mobile, cloud-based software in real time.
(more…)Open Position: Family Services Event Coordinator
Position Summary:
The Family Services Event Coordinator assists families with the planning and coordination of private memorial services, cremation events, and graveside burial services. The coordinator serves as the primary point of contact with all families scheduling funeral-related events on the Cemetery’s campus, guiding each through all stages of the event planning and coordination process. The coordinator completes all administrative tasks, including invoicing and receipt of all requirement paperwork, and provides staffing at burials, memorial services, and other funerary-related and private events. The coordinator works collaboratively with the Cemetery Operations, Cremation, Security and Event Operations staff to ensure that all private family events meet Mount Auburn’s standards for exceptional customer service. The coordinator’s time is spent equally indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Regular Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Tues-Sat
(more…)Open Position: Seasonal Gardener
POSITION SUMMARY:
Works as part of a crew to maintain ornamental horticulture areas at Mount Auburn Cemetery as assigned by the Director of Ornamental Horticulture, including but not limited to weeding, mulching, watering, pruning, bed preparation, planting, edging, fertilizing, picking up branches, and removing snow.
POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Gardener
CATEGORY: Seasonal Full-Time
9-months (April – December)
6-months (April – September)
SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 3:30pm
SALARY: $22.56 minimum starting hourly wage
FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Ornamental Horticulture
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