GRADE
7
LOCATION OF POSITION
Rocky Gap Cemetery
14205 Pleasant Valley Rd., NE
Flintstone Maryland
Main Purpose of Job
This position provides full performance levels of motorized equipment operation and maintenance in support of all activities associated with the proper function of the Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Program.
POSITION DUTIES
This position provides full performance levels of grounds keeping and building services work involving the care, beautification, operations and maintenance of State cemetery grounds and facilities. This position performs and facilitates all the tasks associated with the interment of veterans and their dependents while providing basic maintenance services to ensure proper upkeep and care of the cemetery grounds, along with all associated buildings and equipment. This employee may supervise and train lower level workers or equipment operators in the proper use of motorized equipment assigned to the cemetery.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of the sixth grade.
Experience: One year of experience in the operation of complex or specialized construction or maintenance equipment which has a pedal operated clutch and a multi-speed manual transmission.
Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Equipment Operator classifications or Equipment Operator and Vehicle Operator specialty codes in the Equipment Operation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following:
1. Professional experience with maintenance and repair of heavy equipment
2. Professional experience working in a cemetery setting
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Applicants for Motor Equipment Operator I/II and III must possess a valid Maryland Driver’s License depending on the type of equipment operated. All applicants must list their license number and date of issue on the application. Employees in the State Highway Administration, Department of Transportation may be required to obtain and maintain Departmental certification on several pieces of specialized seasonal equipment.
Conclusion
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is not available, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire by fax to 410-333-7674 you can also contact Cindy Mann at
cindy.mann1@maryland.gov or Peter Pantzer at
Peter.Pantzer@maryland.gov
