Cemetery Groundskeeper
Detroit
Wednesday, 22 April 2026
The Cemetery Groundskeeper at Everstory is a dedicated, reliable and hard-working individual who understands the importance of detail and providing the highest level of service to our customers. This important role is responsible for the care, maintenance, and repairs of the property as well as the safety and security of the employees and visitors of the location. In this position, you will also be responsible for:Performing all landscape maintenance duties such as weed-whacking, lawn mowing, etc. Maintaining equipment. All functions related to funeral services. Operating machinery appropriately in a safe manner. Installing or assisting in installing cemetery vaults. Installing headstones or memorials as needed. Handling the day-to-day general maintenance duties. Handling snow removal (if applicable). Performing other duties as assigned by the Grounds Superintendent. Core Competencies:Compassion - Genuinely cares about people; is concerned about their work and non-work problems; is available and ready to help; is sympathetic to the plight of others not as fortunate; demonstrates real empathy with the joys and pains of others. Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Ethics and Values - Adheres to appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches. Requirements High School equivalency required . years experience in maintenance or related field. Ability to operate maintenance equipment and machinery. Ability to read and execute memos and directives from supervisor and/or management. Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks with interruptions. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.