Cemetery Grounds Technician — Caring, Weekend Shifts

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in California seeks a Maintenance Worker in the Gardens Department to perform entry-level gardening and grounds maintenance and provide compassionate service to visitors.

Under supervision or as part of a team, you will mow, edge, trim, plant landscape, apply chemicals, and assist with funeral service setups, while meeting lifting, licensing, and schedule requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a maintenance position.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Remove litter and debris from cemetery grounds.
• Assist visitors and guests by providing directions and assistance as needed.
• Immediately report any safety hazards.
• Report facility repairs and maintenance needs to the department supervisor.
• Mow, edge, and trim lawns; trim hedges and shrubs.
• Prepare and plant landscape plants and trees, and install sod.
• Prune small trees.
• Apply chemicals, including fertilizers and herbicides.
• Assist with setup and cleanup before and after special events.

Skills

Caring demeanor

On-site work capability

Customer assistance

Tools

Lawn maintenance equipment

Job description

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in California seeks a Maintenance Worker in the Gardens Department to perform entry-level gardening and grounds maintenance and provide compassionate service to visitors.

Under supervision or as part of a team, you will mow, edge, trim, plant landscape, apply chemicals, and assist with funeral service setups, while meeting lifting, licensing, and schedule requirements.