Cemetery Grounds Crew Member

Cemetery Grounds Crew Member

20 Oct 2025
California, San francisco bay area 00000 San francisco bay area USA

Cemetery Grounds Crew Member

About Us

We are a professional and compassionate cemetery serving families in the Bay Area with dignity and respect. Our team is dedicated to maintaining beautiful, peaceful cemetery grounds while providing exceptional service to families during moments of loss. We are looking for a dependable Cemetery Ground Crew Member to join our operations team.

Position Summary

The Cemetery Ground Crew Member plays an essential role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and operational readiness of our cemetery grounds. This position performs landscaping, facility upkeep, and assists with burials, inurnments, and entombments with professionalism and care.

Responsibilities

Perform general grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, raking, and debris removal

Prepare and backfill graves, niches, and crypts using hand tools and light equipment

Assist in burial services, graveside setup, lowering devices, tents, and chairs

Install memorial markers, flower vases, and maintain cemetery sections

Operate and maintain small machinery (mowers, trimmers, utility vehicles) & heavy machinery (backhoe, dump truck) safely

Maintain irrigation systems and repair minor water line leaks as needed

Ensure all cemetery areas meet appearance and safety standards

Assist families and funeral directors in a respectful and professional manner

Follow OSHA safety regulations and company procedures at all times

Qualifications

Required:

Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record

Ability to lift 75+ lbs and perform physical outdoor work in all weather conditions

Ability to use landscaping tools and equipment safely

Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

Comfortable working around cemeteries and funeral services

Willingness to work overtime

Preferred (but not required):

Groundskeeping, landscaping, construction, or maintenance experience

Cemetery or funeral service experience

Experience operating tractors, backhoes, or similar equipment

Schedule & Work Environment

Full-time schedule (some Saturdays required as part of burial services)

Outdoor work environment year-round

Exposure to cemetery service activities involving sensitive situations

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)

Health benefits available

Paid sick leave and vacation

Retirement plan options

Professional training

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