Memorial Park Operations Lead

Northstar-Memorial-Group; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Job summary

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Superintendent at Mountain View Memorial Park in Lakewood, WA. You will lead grounds operations, coordinate burial and memorial activities, and manage a team to deliver respectful, seamless service to client families.

Responsibilities include maintaining cemetery grounds, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with funeral home staff and vendors. A strong emphasis on leadership, record-keeping, and outdoor work is required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, tractors, etc.).
• Ability to supervise, train, and develop grounds personnel.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills for team and client families.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance, irrigation, and cemetery infrastructure.
• Understanding of OSHA and workplace safety requirements in outdoor operations.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain memorials, grounds, buildings, and cemetery infrastructure to high standards.
• Verify interments and cemetery records for accuracy.
• Plan and oversee burial, entombment, and memorial installation activities.
• Lead and develop grounds staff, promoting safety and teamwork.
• Ensure grounds and facilities present a respectful image to families and visitors.
• Coordinate with funeral home staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure seamless service.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, inventories, and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership & coaching

Communication

Grounds maintenance

Safety compliance

Planning & organization

Map reading & record keeping

Driver's license

Respect & empathy for families

Job description

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Superintendent at Mountain View Memorial Park in Lakewood, WA. You will lead grounds operations, coordinate burial and memorial activities, and manage a team to deliver respectful, seamless service to client families.

Responsibilities include maintaining cemetery grounds, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with funeral home staff and vendors. A strong emphasis on leadership, record-keeping, and outdoor work is required.