Cemetery Operations Crew Leader II – $2K Signing Bonus

Winter Haven; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401(a) retirement plan

Education/Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Winter Haven is seeking a Crew Leader II - Cemetery Operations to supervise a cemetery team and coordinate burial operations. The role involves hands-on leadership, heavy equipment operation, and maintaining records of burials and plots.

The position requires supervisory experience, familiarity with cemetery records and safety regulations, and a valid Florida Class B driver's license. Excellent communication with families and the public is essential.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in grounds maintenance including supervisory experience.
• Minimum two years of cemetery experience is preferred.
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate a team effectively; communicate with families and the public.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations and maintenance of cemetery grounds and facilities.
• Coordinates burial operations, grave preparation, and marker placement.
• Reads plans and locates graves from maps; records burials and plots.
• Operates heavy equipment and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.
• Develops work schedules, trains staff, and enforces safety procedures.

Skills

Supervise team

Train team

Problem solving

Heavy equipment operation

Record keeping

Public communication

Scheduling

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Cemetery experience preferred

Tools

Cemetery records software

Job description

City of Winter Haven is seeking a Crew Leader II - Cemetery Operations to supervise a cemetery team and coordinate burial operations. The role involves hands-on leadership, heavy equipment operation, and maintaining records of burials and plots.

The position requires supervisory experience, familiarity with cemetery records and safety regulations, and a valid Florida Class B driver's license. Excellent communication with families and the public is essential.