Cemetery Grounds & Memorials Technician

Service Corporation International; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in North Charleston, SC is seeking a cemetery maintenance associate. You will perform openings and closings for burials, set memorials, install containers, and handle client work orders related to grave and marker care.

The role requires the ability to operate a range of hand tools and heavy equipment, plus adherence to safety rules and company standards. Outdoor work and physical effort are common, with training provided through Dignity University courses.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum six months equipment operation experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Performs openings & closings for burials, entombments and inurnments.
• Sets, installs, and assembles foundations, memorials, and markers.
• Installs outer burial containers.
• Handles and completes work orders from client families as it pertains to grave and marker maintenance.
• Responds to and completes requests for service/work orders.
• Conducts Interment Verification Procedures.
• Conducts 25 foot radius preparation for burials and ensures area is clean and neat.
• Fills grave, tamp, seeds or sods.
• Adheres to all Company safety rules and Universal Precautions.
• Maintains and protects Company assets by performing regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and facilities.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Completes Dignity University courses and other training as assigned.
• Adheres to all standards of the Dignity Memorial Promise.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Hand-held tools operation

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dump truck operation

Backhoe operation

Lawn equipment (mowers & trimmers)

Job description

Service Corporation International in North Charleston, SC is seeking a cemetery maintenance associate. You will perform openings and closings for burials, set memorials, install containers, and handle client work orders related to grave and marker care.

The role requires the ability to operate a range of hand tools and heavy equipment, plus adherence to safety rules and company standards. Outdoor work and physical effort are common, with training provided through Dignity University courses.