Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the death care profession is seeking an Embalmer in Edmonton. The role involves performing embalming duties and providing respectful care for the deceased while adhering to licensing requirements and company standards. This position offers competitive wages and company-paid benefits, promoting a compassionate work environment.

Benefits

Company Paid Benefits

Deferred Profit Sharing & RRSP Program

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Wages

Opportunity for advancement

Mentor/Mentee Program

Dignity University

Employee Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a licensed embalmer.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all embalming activities correctly and respectfully.
• Care for the deceased and assist with various preparation tasks.
• Adhere to all company policies and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

Valid Embalmers license

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work!

Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs all embalming activities correctly and respectfully
• Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming authorization, performing restoration, completing removals and transfers, dressing, hairstyling, cosmetic application, and any other preparation as may be required.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Adheres to all professional, municipal, provincial and federal licensing requirements
• Assists with the maintenance and cleanliness of the preparation room and facility.
• Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills and ensures all hazardous material spills are handled in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets
• Assists with chemical and supply inventory
• Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies
• Promotes a safe work environment by being aware and practicing Universal Precautions and adopting general principals of safe conduct.

Requirements:

• Must hold a valid Embalmers license as required by provincial law

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a licensed embalmer
• Good communication skills
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi task, set priorities and problem solve
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast paced environment
• Other duties as directed by management

At SCI, we are a team of caregivers. People with a passion for compassion. We are defined by our core values and our culture, which are closely related. Our core values are:Respect, Integrity, Service Excellence and Enduring Relationships.

We are proud to be North America’s leader in the death care profession, voted as a Great Place to Work by our associates two years in a row.

Being part of our team not only means you will be working alongside some of our most dedicated associates and leaders. SCI has so much more to offer:

• Company Paid Benefits
• Deferred Profit Sharing & RRSP Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive Wages
• Opportunity for advancement
• Mentor/Mentee Program
• Dignity University
• Employee Discounts & Perks

We are grateful and proud to have a team of associates all across North America who tirelessly and passionately devote themselves to driving a vibrant culture of Service Excellence for the benefit of those we serve. That is who we are, We are Service Corporation International.

Postal Code: T6E 6L1 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: CA-AB - Edmonton