Cemetery Grounds Technician I

Service Corporation International; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking an entry-level Grounds Maintenance Associate for cemetery or funeral home locations. Responsibilities include setting up services, assisting with openings/closings, and maintaining grounds under supervision.

Role requires basic carpentry/yard tools use, ability to work in all weather, and physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds. Prior funeral industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: minimum 6 months in landscaping or general labor.
• Funeral industry experience preferred.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment.
• Ability to use measuring devices (tape, yard-stick, etc.).
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Physically agile and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participates in teams for openings and closings for interments and entombments.
• Assists in locating and laying out graves with guidance.
• May perform minor repairs to cemetery or equipment.
• Assist with cremation-related duties under supervision.
• Move and install burial vaults as needed.
• Mow grass, fertilize, trim shrubs, and inspect grounds regularly.
• Operate lawn and grounds equipment (mowers, snow blowers, trimmers, etc.).
• Remove debris and maintain clean grounds.
• Follow safety rules and OSHA/regulatory guidelines.
• Work hours may extend beyond standard shifts as needed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Measuring devices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Funeral industry experience preferred

Job description

Service Corporation International is seeking an entry-level Grounds Maintenance Associate for cemetery or funeral home locations. Responsibilities include setting up services, assisting with openings/closings, and maintaining grounds under supervision.

Role requires basic carpentry/yard tools use, ability to work in all weather, and physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds. Prior funeral industry experience is a plus.