Veterans Cemetery Groundskeeper

State of Louisiana; Jennings (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana, through the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Horticultural Attendant for the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Leesville. You will perform grounds maintenance, assist with burial operations, and help maintain a dignified landscape for veterans and families.

Ideal candidates will have one year of related experience or six college hours in plant science/landscape studies, with a focus on accuracy, respect, and teamwork in a cemetery setting.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in farming, care and maintenance of trees/shrubs, or groundskeeping.
• Six semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.

Responsibilities

• Assist cemetery staff with day-to-day grounds maintenance activities.
• Support cemetery grounds operations with turf care, planting, pruning, and pest management.
• Act as liaison between horticulturist attendants and managers or contractors for specialized issues.
• Provide scheduling support, monitor supply needs, and communicate routine concerns across cemetery locations.
• Perform other related duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Communicating Effectively

Demonstrating Accountability

Following Policies and Procedures

Education

One year of experience or training in farming, care of trees/shrubs, or groundskeeping

Six semester hours in plant science or landscape field

Job description

The State of Louisiana, through the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Horticultural Attendant for the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Leesville. You will perform grounds maintenance, assist with burial operations, and help maintain a dignified landscape for veterans and families.

Ideal candidates will have one year of related experience or six college hours in plant science/landscape studies, with a focus on accuracy, respect, and teamwork in a cemetery setting.