Cemetery Groundskeeper - Topeka, KS

Newcomer Funeral Service Group; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcomer Funeral Service Group is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper in Topeka, KS. This role involves maintaining the beauty and dignity of cemetery grounds through mowing, trimming, and seasonal maintenance. Candidates should be reliable and prepared to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications include a high school education or GED, valid Kansas Driver's License, and 12 months of experience in grounds maintenance. Join our team and make a lasting impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Valid Kansas Driver's License (CDL preferred).
• 12 months experience in grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, and maintain cemetery grounds.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance tasks.
• Operate landscaping tools and maintain professionalism on site.

Skills

Reliable individuals who take pride in their work

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Strong attention to detail

Ability to follow safety guidelines

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Backhoes

Dump trucks

Mowers

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mount Hope Cemetery, Funeral Chapel & Reception Center - Topeka, KS 66604

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Cemetery

Are you passionate about the great outdoors and not afraid to roll up your sleeves in sun, rain, or snow? Join our dedicated team as a Groundskeeper in Topeka, KS, and turn your love for nature into a rewarding career. This position offers the unique opportunity to work in harmony with the elements, ensuring our cemetery grounds are maintained to the highest standards. Embrace the changing seasons and leave a lasting impact on the community by preserving the beauty and dignity of our cherished spaces.

Primary Responsibilities

• Mowing, trimming, and weed eating cemetery grounds
• Assisting with general groundskeeping and seasonal maintenance
• Operating landscaping tools and equipment safely
• Supporting the team in maintaining a neat, professional appearance throughout the property

What we're looking for

• Reliable individuals who take pride in their work
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to perform physical labor, including walking, lifting, and operating equipment
• Strong attention to detail and respect for the cemetery environment
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and work independently or as part of a team
• Previous groundskeeping or landscaping experience is helpful but not required. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

Work Environment

This position requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes. It has an average exposure to chemicals and fumes and must be aware of workplace safety hazards. Overtime may be required. This position works primarily outdoors and is exposed to dust, pollens, noise, fumes and odors.

Physical Effort

This position requires normal physical mobility (movement from place to place); agility (movement while in place); balance; coordination and endurance to handle routine maintenance materials and tools. This position requires above normal physical strength with the ability to handle up to 75lbs individually and over that with assistance. Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, twisting, crawling and reaching both to ground level and overhead. This position is subject to working in awkward positions and periods of prolonged walking or standing.

Requirements

• A high school education or GED.
• Possess a valid Kansas Drivers’ License (CDL preferred) and meet the driving performance standards as determined by management. MVRs may be reviewed annually for compliance, and any conviction or at-fault accidents should be immediately reported to management.
• Experience:
  • Grounds Maintenance II – A minimum 12 months experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of cemeteries, parks, and/or grounds required.
• Principles, procedures, and equipment involved in the construction, maintenance, cleaning or repair of parks, grounds, public roads, or other related projects.
• Ability to operate equipment such as backhoes (required for Cemetery Maintenance II position), riding and farm tractors with PTO implements, dump trucks, snowplows, salt spreader, mowers, hand and power tools, and vehicles in a manner consistent with safety principles.
• Ability to operate equipment with standard or automatic transmission.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.