Apprentice Funeral Director

Carriage Services; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Carriage Services in Ohio invites a dedicated Funeral Director/Embalmer to join Baker Stevens Parramore Funeral Home as a full-time position with compensation of $18 per hour, reflecting experience and market standards. The role includes meeting client families to arrange personalized memorial services, ensuring all files and paperwork comply with applicable laws, and conducting services regularly.

It also involves ongoing training, community outreach, and on‑call duties.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from an accredited Mortuary Science Program and has passed the National Board Exam.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or the ability to obtain license in the state of employment.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement.

Responsibilities

• Meets with client families to listen and arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensures all files and paperwork are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Understands and implements company provided training.
• Works on‑call/first call, as needed.
• Utilizes systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms.
• Directs employees to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level.
• Appropriately uses corporate support.
• Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, up‑to‑date client files; and
• Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Mortuary Science Degree

National Board Exam Passed

Job description

Career Opportunities with Carriage Services

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Funeral Directors work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible.

Compensation

$18 per hour (adjusted based on experience)

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Baker Stevens Parramore Funeral Home

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from an accredited Mortuary Science Program and has passed the National Board Exam.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or the ability to obtain license in the state of employment.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement.

Job Duties

• Meets with client families to listen and arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensures all files and paperwork are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Understand and implements company provided training.
• Works on‑call/first call, as needed.
• Utilizes systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms.
• Directs employees to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level.
• Appropriately uses corporate support.
• Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, up‑to‑date client files; and
• Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations.