Senior Cemetery Grounds & Equipment Specialist

State of Vermont; Vermont; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont's Military Department is seeking a Cemetery Grounds Specialist II for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. The role covers grounds, building upkeep, burial operations, and equipment use, including snow removal.

Strong scheduling and problem-solving skills are essential. Position requires eligibility for a secret security clearance, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work outside hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) or more years’ experience in building construction, maintenance or a related field.
• One (1) or more years as a Military Maintenance Specialist I.
• CDL license is preferred for assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Participates in daily operations and maintenance of the cemetery, including grounds and landscape tasks, building maintenance, and burial/interment operations.
• Operates and maintains light, medium, and heavy equipment as required.
• Assists training and directing seasonal employees and serves as field lead when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent.
• Performs winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Organization

Judgment

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years maintenance/building experience

CDL License (preferred)

Job description

The State of Vermont's Military Department is seeking a Cemetery Grounds Specialist II for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. The role covers grounds, building upkeep, burial operations, and equipment use, including snow removal.

Strong scheduling and problem-solving skills are essential. Position requires eligibility for a secret security clearance, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work outside hours as needed.