What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cemetery Caretaker Foreman position at Northstar Memorial Group?
NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker Foreman to lead our maintenance teams at Eternal Light Memorial Gardens in Boynton Beach, FL. We take pride in maintaining our grounds with attention to detail and tradition, ensuring every familys unique experience is honored. As integral parts of our community, our maintenance workers have a strong sense of ownership in our grounds and locations, reflecting the highest standards of quality and comfort in this stable role.
Responsibilities
- Lead cemetery caretaker staff: cut grass, maintain the lawn, trim around trees, walkways, and memorial markers, and lay sod.
- Prepare grave sites for interments
- Prepare crypts and niches for entombment/inurnments
- Assist Memorial Team in placing grave markers, bronze memorials, and crypt faces as needed
- Operate equipment in a safe and careful manner
Qualifications
- Knowledge and experience in heavy equipment operations (Backhoes, tractors, UTV's)
- Ability to work weekends, as needed
- Ability to lift up to 75lbs
- 2 years of experience in grounds keeping or maintenance
- Capable of understanding maps for grave locations and layouts
- Comfortability with heights
- Professional leadership skills
- Valid driver's license
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.