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Memorial Estates Inc.

Burial Vault Technician

Sandy, UT · On-site

$35K - $46K/yr

The burial vault technician job involves working outdoors and providing customer service to install concrete burial vaults and prepare them for graveside committal services. Professional conduct and ...

Fort Miller

Burial Vault Delivery Associate

Waterford, CT · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

Description Burial Vault Delivery Associate- The Fort Miller Service Corp.- Waterford, CT Location Would you like to be part of a growing, employee owned company? The Fort Miller Service Corp. is ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for burial vault in the United States is $16.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work conditions and environments for someone working in a Burial Vault position?

Burial Vault workers usually perform their duties outdoors in all types of weather, primarily at cemeteries or memorial parks. The job often involves operating heavy equipment, handling concrete or metal vaults, and collaborating closely with funeral directors and groundskeeping staff. Work hours can vary, sometimes including weekends or holidays to accommodate funeral schedules. While the role can be physically demanding, it also offers a meaningful opportunity to support families and communities during important moments. Teamwork, safety awareness, and a respectful demeanor are important factors for success in these settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Burial Vault position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Burial Vault installer or technician, you should have mechanical aptitude, physical strength, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with construction tools, forklifts, and industry-specific safety certifications, such as OSHA compliance, are often required. Dependability, teamwork, and sensitivity to grieving families are vital soft skills in this profession. These abilities ensure safe, respectful, and efficient installation of burial vaults, upholding quality standards and providing compassionate service to clients.

What is a Burial Vault job?

A Burial Vault job typically involves manufacturing, transporting, and installing burial vaults, which are protective enclosures for caskets. Workers may be responsible for assembling vaults, preparing gravesites, and ensuring proper placement at cemeteries. The role often requires physical labor, attention to detail, and adherence to safety regulations. Some positions may also involve customer service or working with funeral homes to coordinate deliveries and installations.

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Burial Vault Technician

Burial Vault Technician

Security National Financial

Sandy, UT

$17/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
What You'll Do:
The burial vault technician job involves working outdoors and providing customer service to install concrete burial vaults and prepare them for graveside committal services. Professional conduct and appearance are important to our customers and the families they serve more than any other position in the company. The families we serve have just experienced the significant and stressful loss of a loved one. Our role is to make their burial experience respectful, dignified, and flawless thus allowing them to move forward and grieve. May be asked to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
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Requirements
Burial Vault Technician
Job Details
Job Type
Full-time
Sandy, UT • Memorial
Job Overview
As a member of our Burial Vault Technician team, you'll provide a variety of duties related to construction, installation, maintenance, upkeep, and repairs related to burial vaults. Inspect your truck to make sure it is ready for the day, load the burial vault for the service you are assigned to do onto the vault truck or with a forklift. At the cemetery that the service is located, you will set up the vault and the equipment. You will be responsible for lowering and putting all of the equipment back into its proper place.
You must be able to lift 85 plus pounds.
Be able to work 7 days a week.
We work in all weather conditions.
You must be dependable.
Have a good driving record.
Be presentable at all services.
We treat those we serve like our own family and will expect you to do the same.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday-Saturday with a set day off during the week.
About Us
Our mission is simple: we want to provide the very best in Life Insurance, Mortuary, Cemetery and Mortgages. People love our products and people love working here too. We've been recognized as a "Top Workplace" for 9 years in a row.
Duties will also include:

  • Meet performance standards established with the employee's manager
  • Perform general maintenance and repairs to equipment
  • Operate powered equipment such as concrete vibratory, electric hoists, fork lift, vault truck, etc.
  • Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, paint rollers, saws, hammers, etc.
  • Setting of burial vaults and grave setups
  • Production of building concrete burial vaults
  • May assist in burials at grave sites
  • Some snow removal and spread salt as necessary
  • Perform other duties as assigned
What We'll Love About You
  • One year of experience related field preferred
  • Valid Utah Driver License
  • Knowledge maintenance equipment such as mowers, aerators, trimmers, etc.
  • Safety precautions associated with equipment operations
  • Interpersonal communication skills ability to communicate both verbally and writing
  • Ability develop effective working relationships with supervisor subordinates and public
What You'll Love About Us
  • Great Company Culture. Top Workplaces 5 years in a row
  • Rest and Relaxation. 2 weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and accrued sick leave
  • Health Benefits. Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision
  • Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match

Salary Description
$17+ per hour DOE

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