Cemetery Groundskeeper - Weekend & Holidays

DeKalb Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Forest Lawn in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Maintenance Worker to care for cemetery grounds and facilities under supervision. You will perform a variety of tasks using hand tools and operate equipment to maintain outdoor spaces.

This role requires at least 6 months' maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and a dependable, compassionate demeanor to support families during difficult times. Weekend and holiday shifts on-site are required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Caring and professional demeanor; ability to assist families.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• On-site work required.

Responsibilities

• General grounds clean-up and trash disposal.
• Clean and maintain storm drains.
• Mow section and garden lawns.
• Apply landscape chemicals such as fertilizers, wetting agents, herbicides.
• Assist client families and other guests with grounds maintenance requests.
• Operate specialized equipment to move materials.
• Assist in completing interments.
• Assist in set-up and clean-up before and after special events.
• Install tents for funeral services.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Lawn mowing

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Forest Lawn in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Maintenance Worker to care for cemetery grounds and facilities under supervision. You will perform a variety of tasks using hand tools and operate equipment to maintain outdoor spaces.

This role requires at least 6 months' maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and a dependable, compassionate demeanor to support families during difficult times. Weekend and holiday shifts on-site are required.