Cemetery Groundskeeper

AMERICAN CEMETERY SERVICES LLP; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Cemetery Services LLP in Wooster, OH is seeking a dedicated Cemetery Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. This meaningful role supports families and visitors during difficult moments with a peaceful, well-kept environment.

You will perform mowing, trimming, landscaping, grave-site prep, and repairs, while handling equipment safely and respecting a sensitive setting. The team values compassion, reliability, and the ability to work independently to uphold

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or turf maintenance.
• Ability to operate riding mowers and hand tools safely.
• Physical ability for outdoor labor in all weather conditions.
• Compassionate, respectful demeanor in sensitive environments.
• Reliable, punctual, able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cemetery grounds through regular mowing, trimming, edging, and landscaping.
• Prepare grave sites for burials, including digging, backfilling, and turf restoration.
• Plant, prune, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and other vegetation.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment (mowers, trimmers, tractors).
• Remove debris to keep the cemetery clean year-round.
• Repair and maintain pathways, fencing, markers, and infrastructure.
• Respond respectfully to visiting families and guests.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Tools

Riding mowers

Hand tools

Lawn maintenance equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role:

American Cemetery Services LLP is looking for a dedicated and respectful Cemetery Groundskeeper to join our team in at Sherwood Memorial Gardens in Wooster, OH. This is a meaningful role where your hard work directly contributes to providing a peaceful, well-maintained environment for families and visitors during their most important moments. If you take pride in outdoor work and have a strong attention to detail, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain cemetery grounds through regular mowing, trimming, edging, and landscaping
• Prepare grave sites for burials, including digging, backfilling, and restoration of turf
• Plant, prune, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and other vegetation throughout the grounds
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on groundskeeping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and tractors
• Remove debris, leaves, and litter to keep the cemetery clean and presentable year-round
• Repair and maintain pathways, fencing, markers, and other cemetery infrastructure
• Respond respectfully and professionally to the needs of visiting families and guests

Requirements:

• Prior experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or turf maintenance preferred
• Ability to operate riding mowers, hand tools, and light equipment safely
• Physical ability to perform outdoor labor in all weather conditions, including lifting and digging
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of appearance
• Compassionate, respectful demeanor when working in a sensitive environment
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid driver's license preferred

About Us:

American Cemetery Services LLP is a trusted provider of cemetery management and grounds care services serving communities in Ohio. We are committed to honoring the memory of those laid to rest by maintaining beautiful, dignified grounds that bring comfort to grieving families. Our team is built on integrity, compassion, and a shared dedication to doing meaningful work every single day.