JOB DETAILS

Cemetery Grounds

CompanyFoundation Partners Group
LocationLexington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 8, 2026
About The Company
Foundation Partners Group (FPG) is a leading provider of innovative funeral, cemetery and cremation experiences and products. As one of the largest privately-owned funeral and cemetery operators, FPG provides families with “end-of-life transition services” to memorialize and celebrate the lives of their loved ones. FPG is committed to revolutionizing the funeral profession through our innovative ShareLife® customer experience-centered approach and harnessing the power of relationship and partnership. FPG is headquartered in Orlando, FL with operations across the country. For more information about Foundation Partners Group please visit: www.foundationpartners.com. We are always looking for the best and brightest to join our team of talented professionals. If you see yourself working for a great company with a highly talented team of professionals, please visit our website at http://www.foundationpartners.com/join-us/join-our-team/ to see available positions.
About the Role

The Cemetery Grounds assists with maintenance and care for grounds equipment.

Overview & Responsibilities:

  • Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers, lays sod, moves, and removes flowers to and from chapel and graveside
  • Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in a safe condition, snow removal depending on the location
  • Prepares minor repairs to grave markers
  • Erects tents, canopies and arranges chairs for graveside ceremony
  • Prepares crypts for entombments
  • Installs grave markers, bronze memorials, crypt faces, etc.
  • Maintains and repairs existing markers and other cemetery features
  • Assists with setup for openings and closings for interments, entombments, and inurnments
  • Operates backhoe to dig graves without damage to surrounding vaults, markers, or monuments as needed
  • Operates equipment safely and carefully to avoid damage to cemetery property
  • Maintains, services, cleans, and properly stores equipment
  • Preforms general maintenance of facilities and vehicles
  • Cleans and maintains facility to include performing minor repairs, painting, etc.
  • Arranges chapel for services
  • Washes and cleans all funeral home vehicles as-needed
  • Assists in loading and unloading caskets, moving and installing vaults
  • Observes safety rules and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of corporate, federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA regulations and safety and environmental guidelines
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of relevant experience is preferred
  • Availability to work overtime and long hours as needed
  • Capability to perform various duties such as watering, cutting, weeding, trimming, etc.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record
Key Skills
Grounds maintenanceLawn careEquipment operationBackhoe operationFacility maintenanceGrave marker installationLandscapingSafety complianceOSHA regulationsGeneral repairsVehicle cleaningEvent setup
Categories
TradesConstructionEnvironmental & Sustainability
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Cemetery Grounds worker is responsible for the maintenance and care of cemetery grounds, including lawn care, debris removal, and facility upkeep. They also assist with graveside services, equipment operation, and the installation or repair of grave markers.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
330
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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