Cemetery Grounds Technician

Clecem; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA

Life Insurance

FMLA, AD&D, EAP

403(b) and pension plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

The Catholic Cemeteries Association of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cleveland is seeking a Landscape Technician to perform general cemetery landscape maintenance across multiple Northeast Ohio locations. You will follow the Landscape Manager's directions, meet safety guidelines, and complete tasks on schedule.

Responsibilities include pruning, planting, operating various equipment, and maintaining sites while ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-3 years of direct relevant experience in landscape or cemetery care.
• 10-hour OSHA General Industry certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required; CDL preferred.
• Willing to obtain Ohio Commercial Spray License.

Responsibilities

• Implement plans provided by supervisor and landscape manager.
• Adhere to safety policies and guidelines in all tasks.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and worksites in good condition.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs as directed.
• Plant trees, shrubs, or flowers according to design plans.
• Operate lawn care equipment (mowers, trimmers, backhoe, etc.).
• Lift up to 75 pounds regularly and apply herbicides/fertilizers as instructed.
• Prepare gravesites and support field operations as needed.
• Maintain OSHA PPE certificates and safety standards.
• Assist across cemeteries daily as needed.

Skills

Driving

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 years of relevant experience

OSHA 10-hour (General Industry)

Driver's license (valid)

CDL license preferred

Ohio Commercial Spray License (current or willing to obtain)

Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical exam

Job description

The Catholic Cemeteries Association of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cleveland is seeking a Landscape Technician to perform general cemetery landscape maintenance across multiple Northeast Ohio locations. You will follow the Landscape Manager's directions, meet safety guidelines, and complete tasks on schedule.

Responsibilities include pruning, planting, operating various equipment, and maintaining sites while ensuring safety and quality.