The Cemetery Groundskeeper prepares graves and maintains cemetery grounds, including but not limited to, excavating of graves, burial functions (installing vaults, concrete crypts, and urns), sodding, seeding, fertilizing, monument and marker setting, operating earth moving and lawn care equipment, and cemetery cleanup. This position is outside in all weather conditions.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows all safety rules and regulations. Brings safety concerns to direct supervisor.
Responsible for the overall presentation and appearance of the cemetery which includes: mowing grass, pruning shrubs, trimming trees, spreading of pesticide/herbicide, and planting/maintaining landscaping.
Maintain shop area in a safe and clean manner.
Cleans mausoleums and maintain outdoor walkways, parking lots, and common areas.
Works individually or in a team with other groundskeeper(s) to: properly ensure accuracy of interment and entombment; dig and set up graves; open and close graves, niches, crypts; and sets markers, crypt bars and niche bars.
Work with supervisor to ensure all record keeping is done within established procedures and with adequate safeguards to ensure accuracy.
Assist clients with the location of gravesites.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Valid driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
Knowledge of lawn care techniques and landscaping principles.
Ability to operate power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
Physical Demands:
Physical stamina to perform tasks that require bending, lifting, climbing ladders, stooping, and standing for extended periods of time.
Required to work onsite.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Please submit a resume and cover letter via email.