Cemetery Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Service Corporation International; Monee (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 匹?

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a dedicated Cemetery Groundskeeper to maintain the appearance of cemetery grounds, chapels, and related facilities. You will perform lawn care, marker maintenance, and assist with interment setups in a demanding outdoor environment.

The role requires ability to operate hand-held tools, lift up to 150 lbs with assistance, and communicate effectively with families and staff.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent or relevant work experience.
• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including shovel, rake, and lawn equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 150 lbs with equipment assistance; push/pull up to 300 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum and/or funeral home locations, including maintenance and grounds keeping.
• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and memorial markers; lays sod; moves flowers for chapel and graveside.
• Erects tents and arranges chairs for graveside ceremonies; assists with openings and closings for interments and entombments.
• Arranges chapel for services; prepares crypts for entombments; operates backhoe under supervision.
• Installs grave markers and bronze memorials; maintains and repairs markers and other cemetery features; cleans and stores equipment.

Skills

Tool operation

Physical strength

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Weather adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe

Shovel

Rake

Sledge hammer

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Leaf blower

Job description

Service Corporation International is seeking a dedicated Cemetery Groundskeeper to maintain the appearance of cemetery grounds, chapels, and related facilities. You will perform lawn care, marker maintenance, and assist with interment setups in a demanding outdoor environment.

The role requires ability to operate hand-held tools, lift up to 150 lbs with assistance, and communicate effectively with families and staff.