Cemetery Grounds Technician

US National Cemetery Administration; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville National Cemetery in Florida seeks a dedicated grounds maintenance worker to join its team. The position requires hands-on landscaping and caretaking duties using hand tools and power tools, with emphasis on safety and proper operation of equipment.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in landscaping or groundskeeping, including the ability to work outdoors in varying weather and to lift and move materials as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidate must demonstrate potential to perform landscaping/groundskeeping duties with hand/power tools and safe operation of cemetery caretaking equipment.
• Note explains how experience may be paid/unpaid, including volunteer work, and how hours are counted.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance duties for cemetery care, using hand and power tools as required.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely; follow instructions and specifications.
• Work outdoors in all weather, with exposure to noise, heat, cold, and field conditions.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Hand tools use

Power tools use

Safety awareness

Job description

Jacksonville National Cemetery in Florida seeks a dedicated grounds maintenance worker to join its team. The position requires hands-on landscaping and caretaking duties using hand tools and power tools, with emphasis on safety and proper operation of equipment.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in landscaping or groundskeeping, including the ability to work outdoors in varying weather and to lift and move materials as needed.