Cemetery Grounds Specialist III — Operations Lead

State of Vermont; Vermont; On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Military Department of the State of Vermont is seeking a Cemetery Grounds Specialist III for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, VT. The role covers grounds and landscape upkeep, building maintenance, burial operations, and equipment handling in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities include supervising seasonal staff, field leadership when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent, and adhering to national cemetery standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 3+ years in construction or facilities maintenance.
• Or at least 1 year as Military Maintenance Specialist II.
• Willingness to operate heavy equipment and work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, landscape, buildings, and facilities.
• Oversee burial and interment operations and snow removal.
• Operate light to heavy equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Train and direct seasonal staff; act as field lead when supervisor is absent.
• Adhere to National Cemetery Administration standards and procedures.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Organization

Judgment

Problem-solving

Building Automation Systems

Locksmith knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3+ years in Construction or Facilities Maintenance or related field

Military Maintenance Specialist II (1+ year)

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The Military Department of the State of Vermont is seeking a Cemetery Grounds Specialist III for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, VT. The role covers grounds and landscape upkeep, building maintenance, burial operations, and equipment handling in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities include supervising seasonal staff, field leadership when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent, and adhering to national cemetery standards.