Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

The Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for the care, presentation, and upkeep of cemetery property. This role ensures that all grounds are maintained with respect, cleanliness, and attention to detail, creating a peaceful and well-kept environment for families and visitors year-round.

This position requires reliability, physical endurance, and the ability to work in Alaska’s seasonal conditions, including summer grounds work and winter snow management.

Key Responsibilities:

Grounds Maintenance & Appearance

- Mow, trim, edge, and maintain all grassy areas during the growing season

- Rake, clean, and remove leaves, debris, and seasonal waste

- Maintain roadways, walkways, and common areas

- Ensure headstones and markers are clean, level, and properly aligned

- Maintain flowerbeds, landscaping, and decorative elements

Burial & Site Preparation

- Assist with grave layout, marking, and preparation

- Open and close graves using proper equipment and safety procedures

- Set up and break down for burial services

- Backfill, seed, and restore gravesites following services

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

- Operate and maintain equipment such as mowers, trimmers, loaders, and small excavation equipment

- Perform routine maintenance and report equipment issues promptly

- Ensure all tools and equipment are clean and stored properly

Winter Operations

- Snow plowing and removal from roads, walkways, and service areas

- Ice control using sand/salt as needed

- Maintain accessibility for services and visitors in extreme weather conditions

General Duties

- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

- Interact respectfully with families and visitors

- Follow company policies and safety procedures

- Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred

- Groundskeeping or outdoor labor experience preferred

- Equipment operation experience is a plus

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong attention to detail

- Must have reliable transportation to/from work

Physical Requirements

- Ability to lift 50+ pounds

- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

- Ability to perform physically demanding labor

Schedule & Work Environment

- Full-time; may include weekends

- Start first or second week of May

- Seasonal workload changes

- On-call or flexible hours may be required

- 8-5, overtime and may have some flexibility with hours

To Apply

We are looking for someone who is reliable, serious about standards, and ready to be part of a strong team environment. If you are organized and interested in meaningful work, we would like to hear from you. Apply on Indeed ONLY, please don’t call or stop in our offices out of respect for the families we serve.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any DWI's or DUI's within the last 5 years?
• Do you have more than one speeding ticket in the last 5 years?
• What days are you available to work?
• Do you have reliable transportation?
• Do you live in Fairbanks, AK?

Work Location: In person