Cemetery Groundskeeper — Immediate Start (Temp)

The Michelle Martin Group; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michelle Martin Group is seeking a Groundskeeper in Amelia, VA for an immediate start. This 100% on-site temporary role runs 8 am–5 pm, Monday–Friday, with pay at $17.50 per hour.

You will maintain grounds and headstones, support interments, and keep the cemetery area respectful and well-kept under supervision. Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience, with the ability to operate common tools and work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment (shovel, rake, mower, blower).
• Ability to use basic measuring devices (tape measure, yard-stick).
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Physically agile and dexterous.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively with associates and clients.
• Basic computer skills for email communications.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Mows grass, plows snow, waters lawns, fertilizes and trims shrubs, tends flowers, and inspects areas for standards.
• Operates lawn and grounds equipment such as mowers, snow blowers, weed eaters, leaf blowers.
• Removes debris and trash from grounds.
• May turn down vases and remove wilted flowers.
• Participates in team openings and closings for interments and entombments.
• May perform disinterment.
• May determine grave location and layout with assistance.
• May perform minor repairs to cemetery or building systems.
• Follow safety and regulatory procedures, including OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Michelle Martin Group is seeking a Groundskeeper in Amelia, VA for an immediate start. This 100% on-site temporary role runs 8 am–5 pm, Monday–Friday, with pay at $17.50 per hour.

You will maintain grounds and headstones, support interments, and keep the cemetery area respectful and well-kept under supervision. Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience, with the ability to operate common tools and work outdoors in all weather.