Crematory Operator

SCI Shared Resources • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

The Crematory Operator properly receives and processes human remains and ensures cremated remains are returned to authorized persons in accordance with company procedures and applicable federal, state, and municipal regulations. The work must be performed consistently with the company’s mission, values, policies, and procedures.

The operator cares for deceased individuals respectfully throughout the cremation process, completes required documentation and equipment-maintenance records, maintains chain-of-custody paperwork and required company and state-specific reports, and helps maintain a safe work environment. The role also includes maintaining the crematorium, equipment, and adjacent facilities. The operator may deliver or release cremated remains to the appropriate funeral home or proper authority and performs other duties as directed by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three months of experience as an apprentice.
• Certified Crematory Operator credential when required by state law.
• Valid driver's license if performing removals and transfers of bodies or delivering cremated remains.
• Familiarity with basic industrial equipment operation, including basic troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with affiliates and/or third parties.
• Good communication skills.
• High level of compassion and integrity.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities.
• Detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased individuals respectfully while performing tasks involved in the cremation process.
• Receive remains and ensure documentation is complete and visual identification is accurate.
• Complete required documentation related to cremation and equipment maintenance.
• Follow applicable professional, municipal, state or provincial, and federal licensing authority regulations.
• Follow applicable company policies and procedures.
• Maintain company logs and reports, required state-specific reports, and chain-of-custody paperwork.
• Promote a safe work environment by practicing universal precautions and general principles of safe conduct.
• Maintain the crematorium, equipment, and adjacent facilities.
• Deliver or release cremated remains to the appropriate funeral home or proper authority, when required.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED