Cemetery Groundskeeper (Entry-Level) | Weekend Shifts

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform entry-level gardening and grounds maintenance in the Gardens Department. Under supervision, you will mow, edge, trim, plant, prune, and assist with interment space needs while ensuring compassionate service to visitors during difficult times.

You will operate light trucks and motorized equipment, follow safety procedures, and support event setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a maintenance position.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• 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.

Job description

Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform entry-level gardening and grounds maintenance in the Gardens Department. Under supervision, you will mow, edge, trim, plant, prune, and assist with interment space needs while ensuring compassionate service to visitors during difficult times.

You will operate light trucks and motorized equipment, follow safety procedures, and support event setup.