Cemetery Groundskeeper

Everstory Partners • Glasgow, WV

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About The Position

The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory Partners is responsible for the care, maintenance, and repair of cemetery property, as well as supporting the safety and security of employees and visitors. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, hard work, and a commitment to providing high-quality customer service. Duties include landscape maintenance, equipment upkeep, funeral-service functions, safe machinery operation, cemetery vault and memorial installation, general maintenance, and snow removal when applicable. The Groundskeeper also performs other duties assigned by the Grounds Superintendent.

Requirements

• High school equivalency required.
• At least 2 years of experience in maintenance or a related field.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment and machinery.
• Ability to read and carry out memos and directives from a supervisor or management.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks amid interruptions.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.
• Must be available to work some holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance duties, including weed-whacking and lawn mowing.
• Maintain equipment.
• Perform functions related to funeral services.
• Operate machinery safely and appropriately.
• Install or assist with installing cemetery vaults.
• Install headstones or memorials as needed.
• Handle day-to-day general maintenance duties.
• Perform snow removal when applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Grounds Superintendent.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Anniversary award for each year of service.
• Career advancement and training, including the Aspiring Managers Program.
• Everstory Cares Employee Assistance Fund.
• Legend Award Program.
• Funeral and cemetery benefits.
• Employee referral bonus.
• 401(k) with company match.

What This Job Offers

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