Position Title:

Seasonal Laborer Cemetery

Job Posting Closing Date:

03/05

Provo Parks & Recreations is looking for seasonal laborers to work in the Cemetery.

Provo Parks & Recreation is one of a handful of premier parks & recreation departments in the United States. It received the National Gold Medal Award as the nation's top-ranked parks & recreation agency for 2021 and was recently named “Best of Utah.” The Department is also CAPRA accredited, an honor claimed by only a couple of hundred parks & recreation agencies out of 10,000 nationally. All these highest-level services and accomplishments are a hallmark of our world-class team members. If this sounds like your ideal workplace, we invite you to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $13.00 - $18.00 hourly (depending on qualifications)

Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits: a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

• Mow grounds by hand or with power mowers.

• Use power string trimmers.

• Install and maintain sprinkler systems, including affixing and setting sprinkler heads.

• Assist in maintaining shrubs and flower beds.

• Perform general construction and maintenance work on buildings in the cemetery, itself, including plumbing and painting; operate heavy equipment, such as trucks and specialized cemetery maintenance equipment.

• Use various hand and power tools in performance of heavy manual labor.

• Maintain tools and equipment and perform other related duties as required.

  What do I need to apply?

• Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the work.

• Applicant must have the following: physical strength and agility to perform the work, ability to follow directions and communicate with the public in a courteous manner, and a knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment required by the position.

  What are the hours and duration of the position?

Monday - Friday and occasionally on Saturdays. Hours vary from approximately 40 hours per week during the summer to 20 hours per week during the other seasons. Exact schedule will be discussed in the interview and schedule is subject to change. The duration of the positions is through October 2025, depending upon department need.

What are the physical and environmental factors?

Applicant will be required to work in adverse weather conditions and high noise levels; and perform the following: bending; carrying; lifting heavy objects; loading; and digging trenches, holes, and other excavations.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on March 6, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Scheduled Hours:

25

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!