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Title: Seasonal Groundskeeper - Cemetery Assistant 

Description: Seasonal Groundskeeper for a small cemetery in Kearny, NJ. Hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (for most days). Some days you will be required to report earlier, or may be asked to work a few hours on a Saturday. Position typically runs from Spring through end of year, with potential to continue through the following season.

​Duties include but are not limited to:
Grass cutting (lawn mower, weed whacker)
Assistance with funeral processions
General grounds maintenance
Must be able to lift heavy items
Must live locally and/or have own transportation. There are expectations to arrive on days with inclement weather due to cemetery workers being essential workers.
Other duties may apply as you progress in the position.

This Job Is:
  • A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
  • A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal April - December with opportunity to stay all year.

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour to start during probationary period, performance raises may follow.

Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (for most days).

Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:
  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person - 748 Schuyler avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032

Disclaimers
  • Casket Type Size, and Weight Limits:
    To ensure a smooth interment process, we accommodate caskets up to 30 inches in width and a total weight of 400 pounds (including the casket). If your casket exceeds these dimensions, please contact us for further details. In such cases, you may need to arrange for a vault company to assist with wheeling and lowering the casket into the grave. We recommend Suburban Vault Company for this service. We do not permit fiberboard caskets to be used for the first interment of an extra depth grave.
  • Funeral Director Identification:
    For security and compliance purposes, the cemetery reserves the right to request valid identification and licensure from any funeral director entering the cemetery with a funeral procession.
  • Payment Policy:
    All payments must be made online only. We no longer accept in-person payments, physical checks, or money orders.
  • Overtime Fees:
    Funeral homes are responsible for any overtime fees resulting from late arrivals. These charges will be billed directly to the funeral home after the funeral service. Please note that unpaid overtime charges must be settled before scheduling any future interments.
  • Photography and Video Recording:
    To protect the privacy and dignity of families, video recording or photography is not permitted during processions, casket transport, graveside services, or any other burial activities, including setup, lowering, or closing of the grave.Video recording of cemetery staff is not permitted.
  • Live Music and Performances:
    Out of respect for all visitors, live music and performances are not permitted within the cemetery grounds, except for military funerals.
  • Privacy Policy:
    For more details, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.
  • Refund Policy: All sales are final. No refunds will be issued.

Pricing in Effect August 1, 2024
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