Senior Cemetery Grounds Technician

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Veterans Services in Virginia is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker to maintain cemetery grounds and support veteran and family needs at Suffolk Cemetery. The role involves routine maintenance, operating tools, and coordinating with a team to ensure safe, respectful burials.

The position aligns with a Trades Technician IV title, with a hiring range around $45,739 and a Pay Band 4. Applicants should be able to handle heavy materials and comply with agency procedures.

Qualifications

• Familiar with cemetery grounds maintenance procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of section maps, pins, and gravesite numbering for layout.
• Awareness of preventive maintenance for cemetery equipment and tools.
• Ability to lift/maneuver a 220-pound grave marker with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Serve Virginia's veterans and their family members by ensuring they receive the benefits, support, quality care, and recognition they have earned through service and sacrifice.

Tools

Power hand tools

Job description

Department of Veterans Services in Virginia is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker to maintain cemetery grounds and support veteran and family needs at Suffolk Cemetery. The role involves routine maintenance, operating tools, and coordinating with a team to ensure safe, respectful burials.

The position aligns with a Trades Technician IV title, with a hiring range around $45,739 and a Pay Band 4. Applicants should be able to handle heavy materials and comply with agency procedures.