Embalmer

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Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics, and; any other preparation required for human remains

• Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations

• Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility

• Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills

• Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets

• Assists with chemical and supply inventory

• Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies

• Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Experience

• Embalmer, Apprentice experience as required by state/provincial law

• 2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm embalming facility preferred

Licenses

• Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board

• Current state/province issued driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Acceptable driving record

• Ability to lift over 75 pounds

• Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required

• High level of compassion and integrity

• Good communication skills

• Problem solving skills

Pay:

• $27.00 - $29.00 an hour based on experience

Benefits :

• MedicalDentalVisionFlexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)Health Savings Account with Company ContributionSick LeaveShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceVoluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceSCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company matchEmployee Assistance Program

As part of your pre-employment background check, your criminal conviction history will be verified given that this role requires the following material job duties: Working around and/or handling deceased and working around families and colleagues. Convictions creating a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the identified job duties may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

Postal Code: 91740

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - Glendora

Job Profile ID: F00213

Time Type: Full time

Location Name: Oakdale Memorial Park, Crematory and Mortuary