Cemetery Grounds Specialist II

Vermont; Vermont; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont's Military Department is seeking a Cemetery Grounds Specialist II for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. The role covers grounds, building upkeep, burial operations, and equipment use, including snow removal.

Strong scheduling and problem-solving skills are essential. Position requires eligibility for a secret security clearance, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work outside hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) or more years’ experience in building construction, maintenance or a related field.
• One (1) or more years as a Military Maintenance Specialist I.
• CDL license is preferred for assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Participates in daily operations and maintenance of the cemetery, including grounds and landscape tasks, building maintenance, and burial/interment operations.
• Operates and maintains light, medium, and heavy equipment as required.
• Assists training and directing seasonal employees and serves as field lead when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent.
• Performs winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Organization

Judgment

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years maintenance/building experience

CDL License (preferred)

Job description

The Military Department of the State of Vermont is seeking a Military Maintenance Specialist for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. This position participates in the daily operations and maintenance of the cemetery, including grounds and landscape maintenance, building and facility maintenance, burial and interment operations, equipment operation and maintenance, seasonal activities, and snow removal. The position requires daily operation of light, medium, and heavy equipment, including lawn tractors, excavators, backhoes, compactors, trailers, and snow-removal equipment. The employee performs routine equipment maintenance, assists with training and directing seasonal employees, and serves as the field lead when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent, ensuring normal day-to-day operations continue safely and efficiently. Strong scheduling, planning, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills are essential. Knowledge of and adherence to National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures is the guiding principle for all work. The position also participates in winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Who May Apply

This position, Cemetery Grounds Specialist II (Job Requisition #56092), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Work is performed at military facilities in Vermont. An incumbent often works near or with hazardous materials, including ammunition. Work requires entering confined spaces, removing snow on runways, and exposure to loud noises. An incumbent operates heavy equipment, and must obtain heavy equipment operation certification for tractors, loaders, excavators, forklifts etc. within first six months of employment.

Since work is performed at a military installation, an incumbent must be eligible to obtain and hold a secret security clearance issued by the federal government. An incumbent must be able to climb ladders and lift equipment and materials weighing as much as fifty pounds. Work is performed in all kinds of weather. Some work outside of normal working hours may be required, including travel and overnight stay.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) or more years’ experience in building construction, maintenance or a related field

OR

One (1) or more years as a Military Maintenance Specialist I

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) or more years of work experience in building construction or maintenance

Building Trades/Vocational Education

Military experience

Previous experience working on a military installation

Possess a CDL License

Special Requirements

Incumbents of this job may be required to have a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) issued, which is issued only upon passing a federal background check (Tier 1) including a fingerprint-supported criminal record check. Possession of CAC may be a condition of continued employment according to assigned duties or location."

Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for assigned duties

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.