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Cemetery Caretaker

Bridgeville, PA · On-site

$25.27/hr

Working Conditions: Work must be performed outdoors, and incumbent will be exposed to all types of ... All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject ...

Carriage Services

Cemetery Maintenance

Titusville, FL · On-site

$17/hr

Ability to show respect and sensitivity toward client families while working in a physically ... cemetery's maintenance schedule. * Picks up and disposes of trash and litter from grounds.

Diocese of Orlando

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Oxford, FL · On-site

$13 - $16.75/hr

... the Catholic Cemetery in a manner commensurate with its sacred nature and its inspirational ... working hours of this position are not limited to an 8-hour day • This person will need to be ...

Carriage Services

Cemetery Maintenance

Boise, ID · On-site

$20/hr

Cemetery Maintenance At Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier ... Ability to show respect and sensitivity toward client families while working in a physically ...

Everstory Partners

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Carlisle, PA · On-site

$18/hr

... a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed. The Impact You Will Make The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who ...

Everstory Partners

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed. The Impact You Will Make The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who ...

Everstory Partners

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Burlington, NC · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

... a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed. The Impact You Will Make The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who ...

Everstory Partners

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Portage, IN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

... a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed. The Impact You Will Make The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who ...

Everstory Partners

Cemetery Groundskeeper

Allentown, PA · On-site

$18/hr

... a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed. The Impact You Will Make The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who ...

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

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for working in a cemetery in the United States is $27.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $33.41 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 the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,993 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Grounds Specialist

Service Corporation International

Hollywood, FL

$14 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Service Corporation International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Manages the grounds provided at a cemetery or funeral home location(s). Performs all grounds keeping and maintenance matters on the properties and maintains the overall appearance of a cemetery, mausoleum or funeral home location.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Mows grass, plows snow, waters lawns, fertilizes and trims shrubs, tends flower beds and regularly inspects assigned work areas to insure proper standards are maintained
  • Operates lawn and grounds equipment including push and power mowers, snow blowers, weed eaters, leaf blowers and other related power equipment
  • Removes debris and trash from grounds. May include turning down vases and removing wilted flowers
  • Participates on teams for openings and closings for interments, entombments and inurnments
  • May perform disinterment
  • May determine the location and layout of individual graves with assistance, complying with verification procedures
  • May perform minor repairs to the cemetery and or building systems
  • May perform some of the duties associated with cremations such as maintaining inventory and complying with federal and state cremation regulations
  • Must follow safety rules and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and Safety and Environmental guidelines
  • May assist in moving and installing burial vaults

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

  • Minimum 6 months 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 work in extreme weather conditions
  • Physically agile and dexterous
  • Ability to operate equipment in a safe and careful manner
  • Ability to effectively work with others to accomplish tasks
  • Ability to communicate effectively with associates, contractor personnel and client families
  • Basic computer skills to enable retrieving and responding to email communications
Postal Code: 33024Category (Portal Searching): Cemetery MaintenanceJob Location: US-FL - Hollywood

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