Cemetery Groundskeeper

Everstory Partners•Jackson, MI

17d

About The Position

The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory Partners is responsible for maintaining and repairing cemetery property and helping ensure the safety and security of employees and visitors. The role involves landscape care, equipment maintenance, work related to funeral services, and general property upkeep. The Groundskeeper operates machinery safely, assists with cemetery vault and memorial installations, and performs snow removal when applicable. The position requires attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to customer service. The Groundskeeper also demonstrates compassion, customer focus, and ethical conduct when supporting families, visitors, and colleagues.

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 execute memos and directives from a supervisor or management.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks with interruptions.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
Valid state driver’s license required.
Availability to work some holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Demonstrates compassion, customer focus, and ethics and values.

Responsibilities

Perform landscape maintenance, 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.
Perform day-to-day general maintenance duties.
Handle snow removal when applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Grounds Superintendent.
Support the care, maintenance, repairs, safety, and security of the property, employees, and visitors.