Careers

Maintenance and Repair Crew

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary is currently seeking a Maintenance and Repair Crew to join their team in Los Angeles, California. At Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary, we believe that our employees are the heart of our organization. We are a culture-first company committed to fostering an environment that promotes inclusivity, respect, and collaboration. We understand that our success is deeply intertwined with the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Therefore, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and ideas. The Maintenance and Repair Crew position is responsible for the maintenance and general condition of the Company's grounds and facilities. May also assist the interment crew as needed.

The hourly rate of pay for this position is $20.00-$30.00/hour.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience with hand-held power tools, light equipment and two-way radios preferred
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean DMV record
• Strong ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Positive, professional attitude and demeanor
• Must pass a basic physical and drug test post offer and be able to lift, push and pull 50 lbs.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate with empathy and sincerity
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time and access all areas of the park
• Must be able to stoop, bend and stand on scaffolding or climb ladders up to 25 feet

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Of Maintenance Work

• Accurately diagnoses and solves problems with cost effective, long-term solutions.
• Performs maintenance work on the property, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other related tasks; assists with grounds work when required.
• Coordinates and monitors the quality of maintenance work being performed by outside contractors.

Schedules & Assignments

• Ensures a prompt response to all service requests, including emergency situations.
• Identifies the most efficient way to handle maintenance requests; effectively manages busy periods with high volumes of requests.
• Works consistently and remains engaged throughout the entire work shift.

Maintenance Customer Service

• Makes all customers/ guests feel important and comfortable during their interactions.
• Interacts well with customers/ guests from all age groups and cultural backgrounds.
• Effectively manages issues/ problems, so all customers/ guests are satisfied and have a good experience.

Professionalism

• Maintains standards for staff uniforms, dress codes, hygiene and appearance for facilities staff.
• Shows up on-time and ready to work for all shifts.
• Limits short-notice absences to rare occasions and requests time off with advanced notice.

Safety & Organization

• Maintains building safety systems, ensuring compliance with all Company, local, city, state and federal guidelines.
• Keeps accurate, detailed and timely maintenance records for all activities.
• This position must be able to work Sundays with a rotating schedule and be able to work outside in all types of weather.

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to our employees' health and well-being. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a 403(b)-retirement plan, paid vacation, and company holidays.

Overall, we seek a compassionate individual ready to be part of a supportive team dedicated to honoring and remembering loved ones with dignity and respect. We believe in the power of empathy and kindness, and we are committed to providing our employees with a work environment that nurtures these values. As a member of our team, you will not only have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the families we serve but also to grow and thrive in a culture that values your individual strengths and promotes professional development.

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary has served the Jewish community for over 75 years, providing a means to honor and remember loved ones in beauty, tranquility, and the comfort of Jewish traditions. The right candidate will follow and remain consistent with our culture, traditions, and core values while addressing the needs of the families we serve with compassion and empathy.

Current Openings

Committed to Equal Opportunity and Fair Employment Practices at Hillside

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary is an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 

Hillside will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Hillside is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.