Embalmer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law.
• Embalmer or apprentice experience as required by state/provincial law.
• Meet all applicable state/province licensing requirements as required by law and prescribed by each state board.
• Current state/province-issued driver’s license.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift over 75 pounds.
• Knowledge of computers and some software, including MS Office products.
• High level of compassion and integrity.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in an embalming facility at a funeral firm with a minimum of 200 calls per year.

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased respectfully, including verifying identification and embalming authorization.
• Perform restorations and complete removals and transfers.
• Dress the deceased, style hair, apply cosmetics, and perform other preparation required for human remains.
• Adhere to applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial, and federal licensing authority regulations.
• Assist with maintenance of the preparation room and facility.
• Clean soiled equipment and hazardous material spills.
• Handle hazardous materials and spills in accordance with Material Data Safety Sheets.
• Assist with chemical and supply inventory.
• Receive caskets and other funeral home supplies.
• Promote a safe work environment by practicing universal precautions and general principles of safe conduct.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Sick leave
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent life insurance
• SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program