Cemetery Grounds Person Summer Help (Elk Grove)

Seasonal Position Duration: Currently - October 30th

Join the East Lawn Team – Meaningful Work with a Purpose

At East Lawn, we’ve been proudly serving the Sacramento community since 1904, offering a supportive and respectful environment where hard work is recognized. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our seasonal grounds crew. If you want to do work that matters, help maintain serene spaces for families, and be part of a team that truly cares, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! This Union position is represented by SEIU Local 265.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Maintain cemetery grounds with care and respect, including installing burial vaults, setting markers, and landscaping.
• Operate landscaping equipment (weed eaters, blowers, mowers) to keep the grounds looking pristine.
• Perform tasks like trimming, pruning, sod cutting, and cleaning roadways and walkways.
• Help families during special committal services, assisting with placing flowers or lowering caskets.
• Work on special projects and help with mausoleum maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with a supportive team that’s committed to delivering compassionate service to our community.

What You’ll Bring:

• A positive attitude and a respectful, empathetic approach to working with families during their time of grief.
• Previous experience in landscaping or operating light equipment (we can train you on specific tasks).
• Mechanical knowledge, especially with sprinkler systems, is a plus.
• Physical stamina for outdoor work, including lifting, bending, and operating equipment for extended periods.
• An open mind, a strong work ethic, and a desire to make a difference.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work that helps provide peace and dignity to families.
• A supportive, inclusive team that values respect and cooperation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow in a unique environment.
• Seasonal position that allows you to make an impact and develop valuable skills.

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the operation of light equipment.
• Mechanical ability.
• General knowledge of repair and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Experience in landscaping.
• Knowledge of lawn care equipment (blower, weed eater, edger).
• Ability to deal with grief and mourning by family and friends of deceased at committal services and during disposition procedures.
• Courteous and good attitude around public and towards supervisor.
• Ability to operate weed eater (10 - 25 lbs.) for 4 to 6 hours with 15-minute morning break, 30 minute meal break, and 15 minute afternoon break.
• Ability to assist in removing and lifting single and double shutter crypt fronts (75 - 200 lbs).
• Demonstrate ability to perform the duties the position requires.

We’re looking for someone who’s ready to make a difference and contribute to something bigger than just a job. If this sounds like you, apply today to join the East Lawn team!

This job description is not all inclusive. East Lawn, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Passing a pre-employment drug screen and physical abilities test is a condition of employment.