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Service Corporation International

Maintenance Worker

Skokie, IL

$18 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Maintains the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum and/or funeral home locations, which may ... Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick ...

Service Corporation International

Maintenance Worker

Chicago, IL · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Maintains the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum and/or funeral home locations, which may ... Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick ...

Troost Cemeteries

Groundskeeper

Darien, IL · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Troost Cemeteries, Inc. is a longstanding, highly respected, family-owned business consisting of nine cemeteries in Chicagoland. Our locations include Arlington Cemetery, Clarendon Hills Cemetery ...

Blessings in a Backpack

Vice President, Finance

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Founded in 2008, Blessings in a Backpack (Blessings) mobilizes communities, individuals, and ... Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * The ability to communicate with ...

Blessings in a Backpack

Vice President, Finance

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Founded in 2008, Blessings in a Backpack (Blessings) mobilizes communities, individuals, and ... Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * The ability to communicate with ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Oak Brook, IL

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Cary, IL

$50K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Lemont, IL

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Lemont, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Lemont, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred). * Strong attention to detail with ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

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How much do working in a cemetery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for working in a cemetery in Chicago, IL is $28.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $34.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to start working in a cemetery?

To start working in a cemetery, research local cemeteries or funeral service providers and inquire about job openings such as groundskeeper, maintenance worker, or funeral assistant. Typically, relevant skills include physical stamina, attention to detail, and sometimes a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require specific certifications or training. Applying directly, submitting a resume, and demonstrating reliability are common steps to begin employment in this field.

What is the difference between Working In A Cemetery vs Cemetery Groundskeeper?

AspectWorking In A CemeteryCemetery Groundskeeper
CertificationsNone required, but horticulture or maintenance certifications helpfulTypically requires knowledge of landscaping and maintenance
Work EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor, including office areas and burial sitesPrimarily outdoor, maintaining grounds and landscaping
Job DutiesAdministrative tasks, assisting visitors, overseeing burial processesMaintaining lawns, planting, and grounds upkeep

Working In A Cemetery involves a mix of administrative and visitor-related tasks, often in both indoor and outdoor settings. In contrast, Cemetery Groundskeepers focus mainly on outdoor grounds maintenance and landscaping. Both roles require knowledge of horticulture and maintenance, but their daily responsibilities and work environments differ.

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Maintenance Worker

Service Corporation International

Skokie, IL

$18 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Service Corporation International rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Maintains the overall appearance of cemetery, mausoleum and/or funeral home locations, which may include: maintenance and grounds keeping, locating grave sites, digging graves, installing crypt faces, conducting interments, entombments and inurnments, and simple repairs and maintenance tasks.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and memorial markers, lays sod, moves and removes flowers to and from chapel and graveside
  • Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways which may require snow removal depending on location
  • Erects tents, canopies and arranges chairs for graveside ceremony
  • Assists with setup for openings and closings for interments, entombments and inurnments
  • Arranges chapel for services
  • Prepares crypts for entombments
  • Under supervision, may operate backhoe to dig graves without damage to surrounding vaults, markers or monuments
  • Installs grave markers, bronze memorials, crypt faces, etc.
  • Maintains and repairs existing markers and other cemetery features
  • Maintains, services, cleans and properly stores equipment
  • General maintenance of vehicles
  • Cleans and maintains facility to include performing minor repairs, painting, etc.
  • Observe safety rules and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and Safety and Environmental guidelines.

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

  • High school education or equivalent or relevant work experience

Experience

  • Minimum 6 months of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to operate hand-held tools and equipment, including, but not limited to a shovel, pick, rake, sledge hammer, lawn mower, weed trimmer and leaf blower
  • Ability to accurately use measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, yard-stick, etc.)
  • Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 150 with equipment assistance
  • Ability to push and pull up to 300 lbs.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with associates, contractor personnel and client families
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
  • Ability to adapt to changing work schedules and multi-tasking
  • Basic computer skills to enable retrieving and responding to email communications

Compensation:
$18.00-$25.00/hr

Benefits:
Medical * Dental * Vision * Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care) * Health Savings Account with Company Contribution * Sick Leave * Short-Term Disability * Long-Term Disability * Life Insurance * Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance * Dependent Life Insurance * SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match * Employee Assistance Program

Postal Code: 60076Category (Portal Searching): Cemetery MaintenanceJob Location: US-IL - Skokie

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