Cemetery Grounds Specialist II

State of Vermont • Randolph, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Military Department of the State of Vermont is seeking a Military Maintenance Specialist for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. The position participates in daily cemetery operations and maintenance, including grounds and landscape maintenance, building and facility maintenance, burial and interment operations, equipment operation and maintenance, seasonal activities, and snow removal. It requires daily operation of light, medium, and heavy equipment such as lawn tractors, excavators, backhoes, compactors, trailers, and snow-removal equipment. The employee performs routine equipment maintenance, assists with training and directing seasonal employees, and serves as the field lead when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent to help ensure safe and efficient day-to-day operations. Knowledge of and adherence to National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures guide the work. The position also participates in winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of experience in building construction, maintenance, or a related field; alternatively, one or more years as a Military Maintenance Specialist I.
• Must be eligible to obtain and hold a secret security clearance issued by the federal government.
• Must obtain heavy equipment operation certification for tractors, loaders, excavators, forklifts, and similar equipment within the first six months of employment.
• Must be able to climb ladders and lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC), subject to a federal background check including a fingerprint-supported criminal record check.
• A Commercial Driver's License may be required for assigned duties.
• Strong scheduling, planning, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of and adherence to National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of work experience in building construction or maintenance.
• Building Trades or Vocational Education.
• Military experience.
• Previous experience working on a military installation.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily cemetery operations and maintenance.
• Perform grounds and landscape maintenance, building and facility maintenance, and burial and interment operations.
• Operate and maintain equipment, including lawn tractors, excavators, backhoes, compactors, trailers, and snow-removal equipment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Participate in seasonal activities and snow removal.
• Assist with training and directing seasonal employees.
• Serve as field lead when the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent, helping maintain safe and efficient daily operations.
• Participate in winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.
• Follow National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures.

Benefits

• 80% State-paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families.
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan.
• State-paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI).
• State defined benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• Low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based wellness program.
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED