Cemetery Groundskeeper & Maintenance Technician

Sci Corp; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an entry-level cemetery groundskeeper to maintain grounds at cemetery or funeral home locations. You will mow, trim, water, and inspect grounds to ensure a respectful and well-kept appearance.

The role involves operating lawn equipment, assisting with interments, following safety rules, and working in all weather conditions. A high school diploma is required; 6 months of experience is preferred, funeral industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of landscaping or related labor experience.
• Funeral industry experience preferred.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools safely.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass, plows snow, waters lawns, fertilizes and trims shrubs; inspect grounds.
• Operate lawn and grounds equipment such as mowers, snow blowers, trimmers, leaf blowers.
• Remove debris and prepare gravesite as needed; assist in openings/closings for interments.
• Assist in locating graves and layout under supervision; comply with procedures.
• May perform minor repairs to cemetery/building systems and equipment.
• Comply with OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Not all-inclusive list.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Measurement skills

Weather resilience

Physical stamina

Safe operation of equipment

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Leaf blower

Shovel and pick

Measuring tools (tape measure)

Job description

Sci Corp in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an entry-level cemetery groundskeeper to maintain grounds at cemetery or funeral home locations. You will mow, trim, water, and inspect grounds to ensure a respectful and well-kept appearance.

The role involves operating lawn equipment, assisting with interments, following safety rules, and working in all weather conditions. A high school diploma is required; 6 months of experience is preferred, funeral industry experience is a plus.