Crematory Operator

Park Lawn Corporation • Rockford, IL

57d • Onsite

About The Position

The Crematory Operator is responsible for operating cremation equipment and ensuring that cremation procedures are followed. This role involves receiving decedents, verifying their identity, and reviewing required documentation prior to performing cremation. The operator is responsible for cleaning the crematory equipment after each cremation, maintaining logs, and providing cremated remains to the Funeral Director. Additionally, the role includes performing general maintenance on crematory equipment, facilitating inspections and repairs, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and local laws. The position also involves assisting with loading/unloading supplies, maintaining the crematory building and surrounding areas, and identifying/remedying hazards. Other duties as assigned are also part of this role.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Crematory Operator preferred.
• Valid Crematory Operators license.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to show respect and sensitivity toward client families while working in a physically demanding environment.
• Attention to detail and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates cremation equipment and chamber/retort and ensures that cremation procedures are followed.
• Receives decedent(s) and ensures proper paperwork and protocol is followed.
• Performs verification of the deceased and reviews required documentation prior to performing cremation.
• Fully cleans crematory equipment (e.g., retort) after each cremation to prevent commingling of cremated remains.
• Maintains log of all cremations in accordance with state and/or local requirements.
• Provides cremated remains to the Funeral Director for interment or delivery to the client family.
• Performs general maintenance and care of crematory equipment.
• Facilitates annual retort inspection, general repairs and maintains service records.
• Maintains inventory supplies and orders items needed to run crematory.
• Attends all required safety training meetings as scheduled.
• Ensures that all required safety equipment requirements and procedures are followed when performing all tasks.
• Operates crematory in compliance with local laws and guidelines concerning retort operation and storage/use of chemical substances.
• Assists in loading and unloading of supplies, equipment, and/or merchandise.
• Maintains crematory building and adjacent areas by cleaning, sweeping, etc.
• Identifies and remedies all hazards in crematory area and on surrounding grounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.
• Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.
• Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.
• Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.
• Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree