Cemetery Grounds Technician

Service Corporation International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Houston, TX, is seeking a Cemetery Maintenance associate to maintain grounds, assist with interments, and support chapel setups. This role involves operating hand tools, digging with backhoes under supervision, and ensuring safety and cleanliness of cemetery facilities.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months of relevant experience, plus the ability to lift and carry loads and work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent or relevant work experience.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 150 lbs with equipment assistance.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains cemetery grounds, including lawn care and memorial markers.
• Assists with openings and closings for interments, entombments and inurnments.
• Operates backhoe for gravesite digging under supervision.
• Maintains and installs grave markers and crypt faces.
• Observes safety regulations and performs general repairs as needed.

Skills

Hand tools operation

Measuring devices use

Walk/stand long periods

Lift up to 150 lbs

Push/pull up to 300 lbs

Effective communication

Weather adaptability

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe operation

Lawn mower

Job description

Service Corporation International in Houston, TX, is seeking a Cemetery Maintenance associate to maintain grounds, assist with interments, and support chapel setups. This role involves operating hand tools, digging with backhoes under supervision, and ensuring safety and cleanliness of cemetery facilities.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months of relevant experience, plus the ability to lift and carry loads and work in varying weather conditions.