Cemetery Groundskeeper - Caring, Hands-On Maintenance

DeKalb Health; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Lawn is hiring a Maintenance Worker for the Gardens Department in Cypress, CA. The role focuses on entry-level gardening and grounds care, including mowing, trimming, planting, and herbicide application, with a strong emphasis on compassionate visitor service.

The position requires at least 6 months in maintenance, ability to lift 100 lbs, and a willingness to work on weekends and holidays. On-site work and a high school diploma or GED are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a maintenance position.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must have a caring and professional demeanor and enjoy helping families at a difficult time.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma/GED certification.
• Must be able to work on-site.

Responsibilities

• Remove litter and debris from cemetery grounds.
• Assist visitors, guests, and/or property owners with directions and provide other assistance as needed, including completing requested interment space maintenance.
• Immediately report any safety hazards encountered.
• Report facility repairs or maintenance needs identified during the course of the day to the department supervisor.
• Review the Maintenance Interment Report regularly to determine whether any funeral services are scheduled in the assigned area.
• Review the Service Sheet each morning for funeral services scheduled in the assigned area.
• Demonstrate respect for visitors, guests, team members, and all other employees at all times.
• Demonstrate complete integrity in all aspects of the position.
• Mow, edge, and trim lawns.
• Trim grass around memorial tablets and lawn vases.
• Trim hedges, espaliers, shrubs, and ground covers.
• Prepare and plant landscape plants and trees and install sod.
• Prune small trees.
• Apply chemicals, including fertilizers, wetting agents, and herbicides.
• Assist with setup and cleanup before and after special events.
• Set up and secure canopies for funeral services and special events.

Skills

Lifting 100 lbs

Safety awareness

Customer service

Teamwork

On-site work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Lawn maintenance equipment

Job description

Forest Lawn is hiring a Maintenance Worker for the Gardens Department in Cypress, CA. The role focuses on entry-level gardening and grounds care, including mowing, trimming, planting, and herbicide application, with a strong emphasis on compassionate visitor service.

The position requires at least 6 months in maintenance, ability to lift 100 lbs, and a willingness to work on weekends and holidays. On-site work and a high school diploma or GED are required.