Funeral Service Assistant

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of the Diocese of Sacramento • Sacramento, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance to families and Service Directors in the delivery of vigils, masses and committals. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a schedule of Monday-Friday, some Saturdays and evenings. The pay rate starts at $16.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to spend up to 3 consecutive hours standing, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Practicing Catholic with knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal and phone skills.
• Great organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Professional temperament and appearance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise.
• Able to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload.
• This job requires a background check.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills.
• Assist on funeral services to set up and assist with casket loading/unloading.
• Assist in adjusting decedents in caskets as necessary.
• Transport flowers and memorabilia in hearses and vans for funeral services.
• Set up & clean up before and after services during business hours and evenings.
• Maintain general cleanliness of Funeral Center/ Home areas including Chapels, bathrooms, reception rooms, etc.
• Transportation of decedent for services via hearses and vans.
• Maintain cleanliness and preparedness, including fueling, of vehicles and report any operational or cosmetic issues to the Lead Service Director upon discovery.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED