What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Groundskeeper position at Trustees of St. Patrick's Cathedral?
Trustees of St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Gate of Heaven, Hawthorne
Seasonal Groundskeeper
June 2026
Purpose:
This position requires a dependable, motivated Seasonal Groundskeeper for the June-November season. As Seasonal Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for the daily outdoor upkeep and overall aesthetic maintenance of the cemetery. The position requires attention to detail and a compassionate manner when working around families and visitors. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role that is essential to keeping our cemetery clean, safe, peaceful, and welcoming to the families we serve.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Operate landscape maintenance equipment such as push mower, line trimmers, leaf blower, and hedge trimmer.
- Rake leaves, remove debris, and clear fallen branches on the property.
- Maintaining landscaping, plantings, and cemetery features.
- Supporting the grounds team with additional tasks as needed.
Education, Experience, and Personal Characteristics
- Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting 50lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, rain, cold).
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Experience with landscaping or groundskeeping is a plus, but training is available.
- Must be able to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Communicate clearly and efficiently.
- Detail-oriented; good time- management skills; team oriented.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced work environment.
- Maintain a polite, compassionate, and respectful demeanor.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Work Schedule:
- Monday – Friday (In Person) from 7:30am – 4:30pm (In Person)
- Duration: June – November
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.78 - $19.46 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- receiving and recording cash payments/ receipts: 2 years (Required)
- customer service: 3 years (Required)
- sales: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Hawthorne, NY 10532 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $19