Cemetery Grounds Specialist III

State of Vermont • Randolph, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Military Department of the State of Vermont is hiring a Cemetery Grounds Specialist III for the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. The position participates in the cemetery’s daily operations and maintenance, including grounds and landscape care, building and facility maintenance, burial and interment operations, equipment operation and maintenance, seasonal activities, and snow removal.

The employee operates light, medium, and heavy equipment, performs routine equipment maintenance, and assists with training and directing seasonal employees. When the Cemetery Operational Administrator is absent, the employee serves as the field lead to help ensure daily operations continue safely and efficiently. Work is guided by National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures. The role also participates in winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of experience in construction, facilities maintenance, or a related field; alternatively, at least one year as a Military Maintenance Specialist II.
• Pass a background check to obtain and maintain unescorted military facility/base access.
• Obtain and pass a Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.
• Be able to climb ladders and lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in all kinds of weather and in conditions that may involve hazardous materials, ammunition, high voltage, confined spaces, runway snow removal, and loud noise.
• Strong scheduling, planning, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of work experience in building construction or maintenance.
• Building trades or vocational education.
• Previous experience working on a military installation.
• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems.
• Locksmith knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds and landscape maintenance.
• Maintain buildings and facilities.
• Participate in burial and interment operations.
• Operate and maintain equipment, including lawn tractors, excavators, backhoes, compactors, trailers, and snow-removal equipment.
• Carry out seasonal activities and snow removal.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• 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.
• Follow National Cemetery Administration standards and established cemetery procedures.
• Participate in winter on-call and emergency operations as assigned.

Benefits

• State-paid medical premium covering 80% 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