Embalmer

Park Lawn Corporation • Kansas City, MO

10d

About The Position

The Embalmer prepares and presents deceased individuals to meet or exceed the expectations of client families and their guests. The role includes embalming, dressing, applying cosmetics, casketing, and preparing deceased individuals for transportation, while following applicable laws, company guidelines, and safety procedures. The Embalmer also assists families, completes required documentation, maintains preparation and refrigeration areas, and may instruct Apprentice Embalmers. On-call/first-call work may be needed. The role has no direct supervisory responsibilities and may involve local and overnight travel of up to 10 percent.

The position is generally performed in an indoor office setting, with some duties outdoors and possible exposure to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, fumes, chemicals, and bloodborne pathogens. The role requires safe use of personal protective equipment and may involve climbing, sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and regularly lifting up to 75 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds. Overtime may sometimes be necessary or required.

Requirements

• Five years of experience as a licensed Embalmer.
• Valid, applicable state Embalmer License, reciprocal across states and in good standing.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• High degree of overall computer proficiency, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Effective and professional communication skills, especially verbal communication and responding to and resolving issues professionally.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, community leaders, and grieving client families.
• Ability to empathize with client families and guests and demonstrate tact and patience in emotionally charged situations.
• Ability to actively listen to client families and handle complaints or dissatisfaction with services or merchandise tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and exercise good judgment.
• Attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication.
• Demonstrated willingness to support market-share growth through personal community involvement.
• Sufficient strength and manual dexterity to perform job duties, including regularly lifting up to 75 pounds and potentially lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to perform job duties when awakened from a sound sleep and to work safely while following company safety procedures.
• Willingness to use required personal protective equipment and work in conditions that may involve exposure to chemicals or bloodborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.
• Valid and applicable Funeral Director’s License, reciprocal across states and in good standing, highly preferred.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and embalm deceased individuals for interment, cremation, or other disposition in accordance with legal requirements and with respect and dignity.
• Safely use embalming instruments and machinery in accordance with company guidelines.
• Dress deceased individuals, apply cosmetics, and perform casketing duties.
• Prepare deceased individuals for transportation as needed.
• Answer questions and assist with the needs of client families.
• Complete permits, logs, identification tags, certificates, and other paperwork accurately and promptly in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Use personal protective equipment and follow operational and safety procedures.
• Stock and clean the preparation room and refrigeration unit.
• Work on-call/first call as needed.
• Instruct and oversee Apprentice Embalmers on cases and paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Financial assistance programs for education and development in industry-related subjects.
• Health and welfare plans and savings account options.
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plan options with company match for full-time and part-time employees.
• Vacation, personal days, and sick days based on role.
• Employee discounts on services, merchandise, and property.
• Eligibility for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500.
• Eligibility for relocation assistance up to $2,500.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed