General Laborer Cemetery Operations

Sci Corp; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Covington, LA seeks an entry-level laborer for cemetery maintenance and funeral industry support. You will learn to perform manual tasks, operate maintenance equipment, and help prepare services while prioritizing safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include setting up burial equipment, handling tents and chairs, and performing grounds-keeping duties outdoors in various weather. No prior experience required beyond a high school diploma; willingness to learn is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Learn a variety of manual labor tasks related to funeral and cemetery work.
• Assist with burial-related setup and equipment operation (lowering devices, packing, and openings/closings).
• Learn proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment (jackhammers, tamping tools).
• Load, haul, and unload equipment and supplies; set up tents, turf, and chairs for services.
• Perform grounds keeping duties if needed (mowing, blowing, debris cleanup).
• Maintain tools, tents, chairs, and vehicles; report damaged equipment for service.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Manual dexterity

Verbal communication

Written communication

ATV operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammers

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Entry-level role learning a variety of manual responsibilities related to the funeral industry. Performs manual labor for the care and maintenance of cemetery burials, monuments, and services. Maintains equipment in working order. Performs work with attention to safety of work environment and others.

Job Responsibilities

• Learning to perform a variety of manual laborer related to the funeral and cemetery industry. Duties include, but not limited to, installing outer burial containers; lowering device set up; burial, entombment, and interment openings and closings procedures; properly hand dig graves and disinterment.
• Learns the proper use and maintenance of jackhammers, tamps, equipment, and tools.
• Loads, hauls, and unloads various equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Sets up tents, artificial turf and chairs for services. Cleans material as needed. Breaks down tents, chairs, and turf and properly stores. Empties garbage cans.
• May perform responsibilities of Grounds Keeping mowing lawns, blowing, edging, bundling debris, clearing snow or ice from pathways, and similar duties.
• Maintains tools, tents, chairs, and all-terrain vehicles in clean safe working order including sharpening tools and washing or vacuum vehicles. Maintains a clean and organized work area and storage shed. Notifies manager of damaged or equipment in need of service or repair.
• Applies safe work practices and the proper use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to company policies, procedures, and regulations. Completes required training as assigned and prior to deadline.

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record to operate company vehicles

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability and willingness to learn, listen, and apply constructive feedback
• Ability to use manual hand tools
• Ability to drive all-terrain quad vehicles with hitched trailers
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills to record timesheets and required training
• Process and continual improvement driven

Work Conditions

Work Environment

• Work outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions

Work Postures

• Frequent continuous sitting, kneeling, or standing up to 6 hours per day; frequent bending and stooping

Physical Demands

• Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required to dig using manual tools; lift, carry, or haul up to 50 lbs.

Work Hours

May work beyond standard hours or schedule as business needs arise

Postal Code: 70433

Category (Portal Searching): Cemetery Maintenance

Job Location: US-LA - Covington