Groundsperson (6-month contract)

Moncton, NB
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Maintain cemetery grounds through mowing, trimming, seasonal cleanup, planting, and other landscaping tasks, while safely operating and maintaining equipment. Assist with burial and cremation niche interments, customer service, memorial and monument installations, and reporting hazards or maintenance needs.

Job details

How often do you go to work knowing you can make the world a little more beautiful? A day’s work is different at Arbor Memorial. Here, you can use your skills and energy to create outdoor spaces of importance, where families honor and remember their loved ones. You will do rewarding work while enjoying the outdoors, and you’ll go home knowing your efforts helped to create a special place that is appreciated by many. Working with Arbor means more than a competitive compensation package. We are invested in a culture of learning throughout our business and dedicated to providing health and wellness resources for all employees and their families. We also provide a robust pension plan to support your long-term financial planning and stability. About this role: Fair Haven Memorial Gardens in Moncton, NB is currently recruiting for a Seasonal Groundsperson. (6-month contract). Fair Haven has over 40 developed acres and performs more than 300 interments annually. The property includes an onsite sales office and funeral home The successful candidate for this position strives to keep pace with the ever-changing service demands and is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of our customers in a sensitive and professional manner. This position is based on a 40-hour work week and may change as required for the needs of the business including working overtime as required. Job Type: Seasonal, full-time 6-month contract Key Qualifications and Demonstrated Abilities: * Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent. * A valid driver’s license with a clean driving abstract is required. * Mechanically inclined having either formal mechanical training or experience would be an asset. * A certificate in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) would be an asset. * A team player, with a positive attitude and the ability to multitask and set priorities. * Previous landscaping, horticultural and/or cemetery experience, and a demonstrated interest in working outdoors would be assets. * Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. * Exemplifies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, belonging and excellence. Responsibilities: * Perform routine grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, and leaf removal to keep outdoor areas tidy and attractive. * Support seasonal projects such as snow removal, debris cleanup, and preparation of grounds for special events or changes in weather. * Operate and maintain landscaping equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools safely and effectively. * Assist with planting, watering, fertilizing, and mulching to promote healthy plant growth and landscape aesthetics. * Identify and report any hazards, damages, or maintenance needs to supervisors to ensure safety and timely repairs. * The successful candidate will be required to assist in performing ground burial and cremation niche interments * All aspects of cemetery care including customer service, memorial and monument installations. Please submit your resume and cover letter no later than November 2, 2026 About Us: At Arbor Memorial, your career can mean more. As compassionate partners in each experience of remembrance and celebration, our team is a community focused on families and loved ones. It's rewarding work that directly impacts the lives of others. Our caring approach carries through in the way we treat one another as teammates. Challenge yourself to grow in new directions and make your unique difference in ways that truly matter – join Arbor Memorial. To learn more about our benefits, please visit Total Rewards (arbormemorial.ca) [https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/careers/total-rewards.html] Arbor Memorial is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contribution of all team members. We are committed to providing accessible and barrier-free employment practices and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department. [HR@arbormemorial.com] Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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Requirements

A minimum of Grade 12 education or equivalent and a valid driver's license with a clean driving abstract are required; candidates must also be able to lift and carry 50 pounds. A positive, adaptable team player is sought, while mechanical experience, an Integrated Pest Management certificate, and landscaping, horticultural, cemetery, or outdoor work experience are assets.