Funeral Assistant / Attendant Part-Time

Legacy Funeral Group•Schertz, TX

12d

About The Position

The part-time Funeral Assistant/Attendant supports funeral directors and assists with funeral, memorial, and other services as requested. The role also provides administrative support, courteously answers phones, and responds to general inquiries. Duties may include the dignified transport and care of the deceased, including removals, lifting, carrying, transporting, and preparation activities. Funeral Assistants interact with the public, share information about funeral and cremation services, and support families in receiving a high level of care. Duties must be performed consistently with the company’s mission and values and in accordance with its policies and procedures. The position involves working indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions. Professional dress is required when interacting with families. Employees drive company-owned vehicles, with and without passengers, in the surrounding community and varying traffic conditions. Work includes frequent, continuous periods of standing, up to six hours per day, and frequent stair climbing. The role requires manual dexterity for paperwork and use of calculators, computers, and phones, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and push or pull up to 200 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use a computer and type.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn other software.
Valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and, if removals are required, push or pull 200 pounds or more.
Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Assist with removals of decedents, where applicable by location.
Prepare, dress, and place decedents into caskets.
Prepare service areas by delivering and setting up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photographs, and personal keepsakes or mementos, and ensure proper care and storage of items.
Prepare documents related to services, cremations, and maintenance as directed by management.
Perform office duties, including answering phones and operating office and service equipment.
Run errands such as floral deliveries, supply pickups, and document drop-offs.
Serve as an usher, assist with parking, and fulfill transportation requirements.
Drive funeral home vehicles for services and family transportation.
Assist with visitations, memorials, and funeral services, including chapel setup, dressing and casketing remains, and delivering family items and flowers.
Greet and assist client families and visitors, providing information and support as needed.
Accommodate family needs during services and visitations.
Wash and clean funeral home and family vehicles when required.