Cemetery Groundskeeper - Maintenance & Interments

Park Lawn Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Park & Green Lawn Cemetery in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain cemetery grounds and perform interment/entombment setup. This Full Time role requires operating lawn equipment and adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of grounds experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license. The job emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and respectful service to families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-year grounds experience
• Cemetery grounds experience preferred
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance and operate lawn equipment (weed eaters, mowers, trimmers, edgers).
• Set up and complete interments and entombments, including grave excavation.
• Identify interment spaces on cemetery maps and maintain site layouts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Demonstrate teamwork, attention to detail, and strong customer service.
• Manage time effectively to meet daily tasks.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Riding mowers

Backhoes

Tractors

Kubota riding machines

Power washers

Golf carts

Job description

Memorial Park & Green Lawn Cemetery in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain cemetery grounds and perform interment/entombment setup. This Full Time role requires operating lawn equipment and adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of grounds experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license. The job emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and respectful service to families.