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NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

San Diego, CA

$19.61 - $21.79/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

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Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Hollywood, FL

$19.50 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Kaneohe, HI

$22.62 - $23.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$22.62 - $23.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Hayward, CA

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Decatur, IL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Frederick, MD · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Decatur, IL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Hayward, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Decatur, IL

$15 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

New Port Richey, FL · On-site

$19 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA

$21 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of the columbarium, mausoleum, and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA

$21 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our ... The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of the columbarium, mausoleum, and ...

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How much do cemetery workers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for cemetery workers in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a cemetery worker?

To become a cemetery worker, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may undergo on-the-job training. Skills in operating maintenance tools, understanding safety procedures, and physical stamina are important, and some positions may require certification in equipment operation or safety standards.

What is the difference between Cemetery Workers vs Groundskeepers?

AspectCemetery WorkersGroundskeepers
CertificationsMay require OSHA safety trainingOften requires similar safety certifications
Work EnvironmentSpecifically at cemeteries, handling graves and memorialsGeneral outdoor areas, parks, and landscapes
Employer & IndustryFuneral homes, cemeteries, memorial parksPublic parks, private estates, commercial landscapes

While both Cemetery Workers and Groundskeepers perform outdoor maintenance, Cemetery Workers focus on tasks related to burial sites, such as digging graves and maintaining cemetery grounds. Groundskeepers typically manage broader landscape maintenance across various outdoor settings. The roles share similar safety certifications and work environments but differ in specific responsibilities and industry focus.

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Infographic showing various Cemetery Workers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,387 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Cemetery Caretaker

NorthStar Memorial Group

San Diego, CA

$19.61 - $21.79/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Greenwood Memorial Park in San Diego, CA. Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our grounds with attention to detail and tradition, ensuring every familys unique experience is honored. As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our grounds and locations, reflecting the highest standards of quality and comfort in this stable role. In this role, the facilities maintenance crew gains transferable skills fostering even more of a sense of purpose.

The Cemetery Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum, and funeral home locations, including maintenance and grounds keeping, locating grave sites, digging graves, installing crypt faces, memorials, monuments, conducting interments, entombments and inurnments, and repairs and maintenance tasks. Depending on the location to which the employee is assigned, individual responsibilities may include some, or all, of the following activities: grounds keeping, interment/memorialization, and facilities cleaning/maintenance. An employees position assignment will be based on demonstrated competence in the skills required for the next level in the job family.

Responsibilities

  • Grounds Keeping:
    • Cuts grass.
    • Maintains lawn and trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers
    • Lays sod
    • Moves and removes flowers to and from the chapel and graveside.
    • Blows leaf and grass
    • Edges with stick edger
    • Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in a safe condition.
    • Cleans ponds and fountains
    • Hand digs/trenching
  • Facilities Cleaning:
    • Maintains overall appearance and cleanliness of funeral homes and/or mausoleum facilities.
    • Cleans and maintains the facility, performs minor repairs, painting, etc.
    • Assists in loading and unloading caskets.
    • Vehicle and golf cart washing/cleaning

Qualifications

  • Valid drivers license
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 6 + months of experience in grounds keeping and/or maintenance
  • Willing to work weekend, Holidays and occasional some overtime
  • Great costumer service
  • Basic computer skills, including the ability to use email and company computer systems.

Compensation range of $19.61-21.79/hr.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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