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NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes in Sacramento, CA . Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our grounds with attention to detail ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes in Sacramento, CA . Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our grounds with attention to detail ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA

$21 - $23/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Chapel of the Chimes Oakland, CA. Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our buildings and grounds with attention to detail and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA

$21 - $23/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Chapel of the Chimes Oakland, CA. Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our buildings and grounds with attention to detail and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Chapel of the Chimes Oakland, CA. Our maintenance teams take pride in maintaining our buildings and grounds with attention to detail and ...

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What are weekend cemetery workers?

Weekend cemetery workers are individuals employed to perform various tasks at a cemetery during weekends. Their duties often include groundskeeping, assisting with funeral services, maintaining gravesites, and providing customer service to visitors. These workers ensure the cemetery remains clean, organized, and respectful for families and guests. They may also help with administrative tasks or guide visitors to specific locations within the cemetery. Weekend cemetery workers play an important role in maintaining the dignity and appearance of the cemetery, especially during busy weekend periods.

What are some common challenges faced by those working in a weekend cemetery caretaker role, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend cemetery caretakers often face challenges such as working independently with minimal supervision, handling emotional interactions with visitors, and performing outdoor maintenance tasks in various weather conditions. To address these, it’s important to have strong self-motivation, clear communication skills, and the ability to follow established safety procedures. Familiarity with landscaping tools and maintaining a respectful, compassionate demeanor helps ensure the environment remains peaceful and welcoming for all visitors.

What is the difference between Weekend Cemetery vs Weekend Funeral Director?

AspectWeekend CemeteryWeekend Funeral Director
CertificationsTypically requires cemetery-specific licenses or certificationsRequires funeral director license and related certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, cemetery grounds, burial sitesIndoor and outdoor, funeral homes, service locations
Employer & Industry UsageEmployers include cemeteries and memorial parksEmployers include funeral homes and mortuary services
Work HoursOften includes weekends, outdoor workIncludes weekends, client interaction, emotional support

Weekend Cemetery workers focus on maintaining cemetery grounds and assisting with burials, often working outdoors. Weekend Funeral Directors handle funeral arrangements, client support, and coordinate services, requiring specialized licenses. Both roles may work weekends but differ in environment and certifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Cemetery Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Cemetery Worker, you need basic groundskeeping skills, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with landscaping tools, small machinery, and sometimes burial record-keeping systems is often required. Sensitivity, reliability, and respectful communication with visitors set outstanding workers apart in this role. These skills ensure the cemetery is well-maintained and visitors are supported respectfully during sensitive times.
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Cemetery Groundsman

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento, Inc.

Vallejo, CA • On-site

$22.32 - $24.80/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Description

Position: Cemetery Grounds Crew

Location: All Souls Cemetery and Funeral Center

Position Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, Weekends as needed

Category: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $21.67 - $24.08 per hour

Supervisor: Reports to the Cemetery Grounds Working Foreman

Job Description

The Cemetery Grounds Crew maintains cemetery grounds and prepares graves, grave areas including and not limited to grave excavation; burial functions (opening/closing for interments, entombments, inurnments, disinterment); lawn sodding, seeding, fertilizing; monument and marker setting; manual and mechanical earth moving and lawn care equipment operation; cemetery cleanup.


Position Components

Requisites

  • Reports to the Cemetery Grounds Working Foreman
  • Operate hand-held tools and equipment including but not limited to a shovel, pick, rake, sledgehammer, lawn mower, weed trimmer, leaf blower, chain saw and pump
  • Operate mechanical equipment including and not limited to a dump truck, tractor, utility vehicle, marker trailer, dump trailer, jack hammer, tamper and backhoe
  • Use accurately measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, yard stick, etc.)
  • Communicate effectively with fellow workers, contractor personnel and client families
  • Lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs.
  • Minimum six months' experience operating standard cemetery equipment
  • Certification / license: Acceptable driving record and applicable license(s) to operate equipment /vehicles
  • High School degree or equivalent

Job Duties

  • Perform opening & closing for burials, entombments and inurnments
  • Set, installs and assemble foundations, memorials, and markers
  • Install outer burial containers
  • Handle and complete Client Family work orders that pertain to individual grave and marker maintenance
  • Respond to and complete service request work orders
  • Perform interment verification procedures
  • Prepares the 25-foot burial radius area to ensure clean and well-ordered
  • Fill grave, tamps, grounds vegetation
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area
  • Pressure washes vehicles and equipment as requested
  • Perform other ground duties as assigned by Management

Rules & Regulations

  • Follow all Company safety rules
  • Bring safety concerns to the direct supervisor
  • Maintain and protect Company assets by performing regular preventive maintenance including machines, equipment, and facilities

This job requires a background check.


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