Cemetery Groundskeeper (Part-Time)

americanfork; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 21,764 - 30,997; Part time

Job summary

American Fork City is hiring a Permanent Part-Time Cemetery Laborer to maintain cemetery grounds and assist with funeral services. The role is onsite in American Fork, UT, with responsibilities including lawn care, grave work, and equipment maintenance.

The position requires one year of turf cemetery maintenance experience, knowledge of equipment and sprinkler systems, and a focus on safety. The city emphasizes integrity, community service, and a tranquil work environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in maintenance upkeep and beautification of turf cemeteries, facilities, and related environs.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment such as backhoe loader, dump truck, mowers, tractors, power overseeders, aerators, thatchers, trimmers, etc.
• Knowledge of landscape and sprinkler system design; flow pumps; hazards and safety precautions associated with equipment operations; herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and proper application of the same.
• Knowledge of turf and greens management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cemetery grounds with lawn cutting and trimming.
• Dig and mark graves; install headstones and develop new sections of the cemetery.
• Assist with funerals by directing processions and coordinating activities for grieving families.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Equipment operation

Turf management

Safety awareness

Tools

Backhoe loader

Dump truck

Mowers

Tractors

Job description

American Fork City is hiring a Permanent Part-Time Cemetery Laborer to maintain cemetery grounds and assist with funeral services. The role is onsite in American Fork, UT, with responsibilities including lawn care, grave work, and equipment maintenance.

The position requires one year of turf cemetery maintenance experience, knowledge of equipment and sprinkler systems, and a focus on safety. The city emphasizes integrity, community service, and a tranquil work environment.