Cemetery Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Sci Corp; Stickney Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sci Corp is seeking a dedicated Cemetery Maintenance Associate in Illinois to maintain cemetery grounds, assist with interments, and operate tools and equipment with care. The role emphasizes safety and precise handling of grave markers and memorials, with attention to weather conditions and multi-tasking during ceremonies.

The position requires basic education, some relevant experience, and the ability to lift and move equipment and materials, while following OSHA and company safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of cemetery maintenance experience.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass and maintains lawn around cemetery grounds.
• clears debris and maintains drives and walkways.
• Erects tents and arranges chairs for graveside ceremonies.
• Assists with openings/closings for interments and entombments.
• Operates backhoe to dig graves under supervision (where applicable).
• Maintains grave markers and cemetery features.
• Maintains and services equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Tool operation

Lawn care

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe operation

Hand tools

Job description

Sci Corp is seeking a dedicated Cemetery Maintenance Associate in Illinois to maintain cemetery grounds, assist with interments, and operate tools and equipment with care. The role emphasizes safety and precise handling of grave markers and memorials, with attention to weather conditions and multi-tasking during ceremonies.

The position requires basic education, some relevant experience, and the ability to lift and move equipment and materials, while following OSHA and company safety guidelines.