Horticultural Attendant

State of Louisiana • Leesville, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Horticultural Attendant to join their team at the Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery. This cemetery spans approximately thirty (30) acres with over 12,000 grave sites. The role involves performing grounds maintenance and assisting with burial operations to ensure the cemetery is maintained with the highest standards of care, dignity, and respect. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, planting, irrigation, and general landscape upkeep, as well as supporting interment activities and maintaining memorial areas. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in outdoor work, is dependable, and is committed to preserving a serene and respectful environment.

Requirements

• One year of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; OR 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 by assisting with routine turf care, planting, pruning, and pest management to help maintain a respectful, clean, and healthy landscape for veterans and their families.
• Act as a liaison between horticulturist attendants and managers or contract workers when specialized issues arise, ensuring maintenance tasks align with established care practices.
• Provide practical support in scheduling seasonal maintenance, monitoring supply needs, and communicating routine maintenance concerns across cemetery locations.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed