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Catapult

Grounds Superintendent

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Historic Oakwood Cemetery seeks a well-rounded and dynamic Superintendent of the Grounds to oversee ... Supervising, working with, and motivating grounds crew members including training reviews and ...

Catapult

Grounds Superintendent

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Historic Oakwood Cemetery seeks a well-rounded and dynamic Superintendent of the Grounds to oversee ... Supervising, working with, and motivating grounds crew members including training reviews and ...

Everstory Partners

Sales Consultant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$50K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Comfortable working in a performance-driven, commission-based sales environment and proactively ... Funeral and Cemetery Benefits * Employee Referral Bonus * 401k with Company Match Everstory ...

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Everstory Partners

Sales Counselor

Wake Forest, NC

$50K - $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

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$50K - $90K/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

Wake Forest, NC · On-site

$50K - $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

Wake Forest, NC · On-site

$50K - $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 ...

Capitol Coffee

Warehouse Worker in Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

More than 35 years and 3000 customers later (. . . yes we can brag a little) we provide quite a bit ... Picking orders accurately and in a timely manner Receiving and put away products accurately ...

Capitol Coffee

Warehouse Worker in Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

More than 35 years and 3000 customers later (. . . yes we can brag a little) we provide quite a bit ... Picking orders accurately and in a timely manner Receiving and put away products accurately ...

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Working Foreman (Commercial)

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$28/hr

  • Retirement

Prior experience in a lead or foreman capacity overseeing field crews * Ability to read and ... Comfortable working at heights and outdoors in all weather * Ability to safely work on ladders ...

Posted Companies

Working Foreman (Commercial)

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$28/hr

  • Retirement

You will report directly to the Field Operations Manager and play a key role in training new and ... Comfortable working at heights and outdoors in all weather * Ability to safely work on ladders ...

Posted Companies

Working Foreman (Commercial)

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$28/hr

  • Retirement

You will report directly to the Field Operations Manager and play a key role in training new and ... Comfortable working at heights and outdoors in all weather * Ability to safely work on ladders ...

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

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for working in a cemetery in Raleigh, NC is $27.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.88 and $32.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

How to start working in a cemetery?

To start working in a cemetery, you should gain relevant experience such as customer service or groundskeeping, and check for job openings at local cemeteries or funeral homes. Many positions require a valid driver's license and the ability to operate groundskeeping tools. Some roles may also require background checks or certifications in safety or horticulture.

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Infographic showing various Working In A Cemetery job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Full Time, 57% Part Time, and 14% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,374 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Grounds Superintendent

Catapult

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Historic Oakwood Cemetery seeks a well-rounded and dynamic Superintendent of the Grounds to oversee the overall maintenance program at Raleigh's oldest non-profit Cemetery. Historic Oakwood Cemetery, a beautiful 155-year-old park-like sacred space of 72 acres. An Arbnet certified Level 1 Arboretum, Oakwood is home to over 900 trees, including many specimen and champion varieties. Historic Oakwood Cemetery proudly continues to serve families for burial services, as well as a noted outdoor museum. Oakwood continues to be a Cemetery full of life-an active burial ground, a certified wildlife habitat, and sacred grounds which host educational programs and community events.
Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Supervising, working with, and motivating grounds crew members including training reviews and discipline. The grounds crew consists of a foreman and 6 other full-time employees who handle different functions of grounds maintenance and grave preparation.
  • Maintenance of all cemetery equipment, including records of repair and recommendations for new purchases
  • Groundskeeping including mowing, leaf and decoration removal, maintenance of cemetery plantings, overall grounds upkeep. The Superintendent and Foreman work together to determine daily job plans, larger projects, and seasonal work. The superintendent is a working position, while cross training does exist, this candidate must be flexible enough to jump in to mow or dig, when necessary.
  • Entering burial data into lot books; this information is prepared by office staff.
  • Assisting families with pre and at need sales and the necessary paperwork to complete that task.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Ability to lift to 75 lbs.
  • Preferred experience with operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, backhoe, skid steer, tractor, etc. (or willingness to learn). Training provided if necessary.
  • Preferred experience with basic landscaping, maintenance of plants, or willingness to learn.
  • Ability to supervise and lead team of grounds crew.
  • Starting salary range is $65,000-70,000. Health care provided for employee; no monthly premiums charged to employee.
  • 1 week of sick time and 2 weeks paid vacation per year.
  • Work hours are 7-4 M-Th, 7-3 on Fridays. Director and superintendent alternate Saturdays if funerals are scheduled.

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