Compassionate Crematory Operator

S.E. Combined Services of Florida; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

S.E. Combined Services of Florida in Punta Gorda, FL, seeks a Crematory Operator to perform cremation processes with compassion and professionalism. You will ensure accurate documentation, maintain logs, and handle remains in accordance with regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include operating cremation equipment, preserving chain of custody, and delivering remains when required, while upholding safety and integrity across all tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a formal program at a college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science where required by state law.
• Minimum 1–3 months experience as an apprentice
• Certified Crematory Operator as required by state law; valid driver's license required if performing removals and transfers of bodies and delivering cremated remains

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased in a respectful manner during the cremation process.
• Receive remains and ensure documentation is complete and visual identification is accurate.
• Complete all required documentation with respect to cremation process and equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to all licensing authority regulations applicable to cremation of human remains
• Maintain all company logs/reports and required state-specific reports
• Maintain chain of custody paperwork
• Promote a safe work environment by following universal precautions
• Maintain the crematorium, equipment and adjacent facilities
• May deliver/release cremated remains to appropriate funeral home or proper authority
• Other duties as directed by management

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Funeral service / mortuary science program (state required)

Tools

Crematory equipment operation

Job description

S.E. Combined Services of Florida in Punta Gorda, FL, seeks a Crematory Operator to perform cremation processes with compassion and professionalism. You will ensure accurate documentation, maintain logs, and handle remains in accordance with regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include operating cremation equipment, preserving chain of custody, and delivering remains when required, while upholding safety and integrity across all tasks.