Cemetery Groundskeeper — Seasonal & Year‑Round Maintenance

S.E. Combined Services of Florida; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement with company match

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

S.E. Combined Services of Florida is seeking an entry-level groundskeeper to maintain cemetery or funeral home grounds. You will perform routine groundskeeping, assist with interments, and help ensure the property presents a respectful appearance.

This role involves outdoor work across multiple locations and requires adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of related experience, can operate basic tools, and are prepared to work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months relevant experience in landscaping, general construction, warehouse, or physical labor.
• Funeral industry experience preferred.
• Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment (shovel, rake, lawn mower, etc.).
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass, plow snow, water lawns, fertilize, trim shrubs, and inspect grounds.
• Operate lawn and grounds equipment (mowers, snow blowers, weed eaters).
• Remove debris and manage flower beds; handle vases and wilted flowers as needed.
• Assist in openings/closings for interments, entombments, and inurnments.
• Help determine grave locations and layouts with supervision, following verification procedures.
• May perform minor repairs to cemetery, buildings, or equipment.
• May assist with cremations under supervision and maintain inventory for regulatory compliance.
• Assist in moving and installing burial vaults.
• Follow safety rules and OSHA guidelines; work with others to accomplish tasks.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Physical stamina

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shovel

Pick

Rake

Sledgehammer

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Leaf blower

Job description

S.E. Combined Services of Florida is seeking an entry-level groundskeeper to maintain cemetery or funeral home grounds. You will perform routine groundskeeping, assist with interments, and help ensure the property presents a respectful appearance.

This role involves outdoor work across multiple locations and requires adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of related experience, can operate basic tools, and are prepared to work in varying weather conditions.