Cemetery Grounds

Foundation Partners Group; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

Career growth

Medical, dental, vision

401k matching

Paid time off

Team environment

Job summary

Foundation Partners Group seeks a Cemetery Grounds crew member to maintain cemetery grounds and support graveside services. You will perform lawn care, debris cleanup, marker maintenance, and setup for ceremonies with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires physical stamina, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility to work overtime when needed. Training is provided, and the position offers competitive pay and benefits within a nationwide organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of relevant experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to work overtime and long hours as needed.
• Ability to perform various duties such as watering, cutting, weeding, trimming, etc.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers; lays sod and maintains chapel/graveside areas.
• Clears debris; keeps drives and walkways safe; snow removal as needed.
• Prepares minor repairs to grave markers and crypts for entombments.
• Erects tents and arranges chairs for graveside ceremonies; sets up for openings and closings.

Skills

Overtime availability

Driver's license

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Every life tells a story worth honoring. At Foundation Partners Group, we are privileged to help families create meaningful goodbyes during their most vulnerable moments.

Since 2010, our team of nearly 1,600 compassionate professionals has served communities across 21 states, delivering funeral, cremation, and cemetery services with care, respect, and personalization. We're not just a network of locations--we're a team united by purpose, a community committed to ensuring every farewell reflects the individuality of the life it celebrates.

What You Will Do

The Cemetery Grounds assists with maintenance and care for grounds equipment.

Overview & Responsibilities:

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers, lays sod, moves, and removes flowers to and from chapel and graveside
• Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in a safe condition, snow removal depending on the location
• Prepares minor repairs to grave markers
• Erects tents, canopies and arranges chairs for graveside ceremony
• Prepares crypts for entombments
• Maintains and repairs existing markers and other cemetery features
• Assists with setup for openings and closings for interments, entombments, and inurnments
• Operates backhoe to dig graves without damage to surrounding vaults, markers, or monuments as needed
• Operates equipment safely and carefully to avoid damage to cemetery property
• Maintains, services, cleans, and properly stores equipment
• Preforms general maintenance of facilities and vehicles
• Cleans and maintains facility to include performing minor repairs, painting, etc.
• Arranges chapel for services
• Washes and cleans all funeral home vehicles as-needed
• Assists in loading and unloading caskets, moving and installing vaults
• Observes safety rules and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and safety and environmental guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of relevant experience is preferred
• Availability to work overtime and long hours as needed
• Capability to perform various duties such as watering, cutting, weeding, trimming, etc.
• Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record

What We Offer

What We Offer:

• Excellent Compensation: Competitive salaries, performance incentives, referral bonuses, 2 weeks of paid vacation days, 2 personal days, 6 paid sick days (rolls over annually up to 96 hours), and 6 paid holidays.
• Unlimited Potential: Career paths and growth opportunities with a privately held, nationwide company.
• Exceptional Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 100% company-paid life insurance and disability (long-term and short-term).
• Matching Funds: Company matches up to six percent of funds to your 401k, plus annual contributions, if you choose the Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Team Building: Regular company-wide meetings, one-on-one interactions, and a warm, welcoming environment.

Foundation Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair employment practices and to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay Range

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$26.00 - $26.00 / hour

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