Cemetery Groundskeeper & Maintenance Technician

Service Corporation International; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Stockbridge, GA is seeking a Cemetery Maintenance Technician to care for lawns, markers, and cemetery grounds. You will assist with graveside ceremonies and ensure safety and regulatory compliance during operations.

The role involves operating hand tools, loading/unloading gear, and performing general upkeep of facilities and equipment in all weather conditions. A High School diploma and 6 months of experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or relevant work experience.
• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment (shovel, rake, lawn mower, weed trimmer, leaf blower).
• Ability to use measuring devices (tape measure, yard-stick).
• Ability to walk/stand for long periods and lift up to 150 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to push/pull up to 300 lbs and work in extreme weather.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers.
• Erects tents, arranges chairs for graveside ceremonies, and assists with openings/closings for interments.
• Maintains chapel and prepares crypts for entombments; operates backhoe under supervision.
• Maintains and repairs cemetery features, markers, and equipment; performs minor facility repairs.
• Observes safety rules and adheres to OSHA and environmental guidelines.

Skills

Lawn care

Hand tools operation

Measuring devices

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Leaf blower

Backhoe operation

Job description

Service Corporation International in Stockbridge, GA is seeking a Cemetery Maintenance Technician to care for lawns, markers, and cemetery grounds. You will assist with graveside ceremonies and ensure safety and regulatory compliance during operations.

The role involves operating hand tools, loading/unloading gear, and performing general upkeep of facilities and equipment in all weather conditions. A High School diploma and 6 months of experience are required.