Cemetery Groundskeeper & Maintenance Tech

sci; Westminster (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Sick Leave

Disability - Short Term

Disability - Long Term

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SCI in Westminster, CA is seeking a dependable Cemetery Maintenance Associate to perform groundskeeping, monument care, setup for ceremonies, and general facility upkeep. You will operate hand tools, assist with interments, and help maintain safety and cleanliness.

The role requires high school or equivalent, at least 6 months of relevant experience, ability to lift up to 150 pounds with assistance and to push/pull up to 300 pounds, and willingness to work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Education: High school education or equivalent or relevant work experience.
• Experience: Minimum 6 months of relevant experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Able to operate hand-held tools (shovel, rake, etc.) and measure with tape or yard-stick; walk/stand long periods; lift up to 150 lbs with assistance; push/pull up to 300 lbs; communicate effectively; work in extreme weather; adapt to changing schedules; basic computer skills for email.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass and maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and memorial markers; lays sod; moves flowers to/from chapel and graveside.
• Clears debris and maintains drives/walkways; snow removal as needed.
• Erects tents/canopies and arranges chairs for graveside ceremonies.
• Assists with openings/closings for interments and entombments.
• Arranges chapel for services; prepares crypts for entombments.
• Operates backhoe under supervision; installs grave markers and crypt faces.
• Maintains and repairs cemetery features; services and cleans equipment.
• Responsible for general maintenance of vehicles and facility, including minor repairs and painting.
• Observe safety rules and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Hand tools operation

Measuring devices

Mobility

Lifting 150 lbs

Push/Pull 300 lbs

Communication

Weather adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Leaf blower

Shovel

Backhoe operation

Job description

SCI in Westminster, CA is seeking a dependable Cemetery Maintenance Associate to perform groundskeeping, monument care, setup for ceremonies, and general facility upkeep. You will operate hand tools, assist with interments, and help maintain safety and cleanliness.

The role requires high school or equivalent, at least 6 months of relevant experience, ability to lift up to 150 pounds with assistance and to push/pull up to 300 pounds, and willingness to work in varying weather.