Compassionate Embalmer – Full-Time, St. Louis

Service Corporation International; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kriegshauser Mortuary-West Chapel - St. Louis Central Services in Missouri seeks an embalmer who performs embalming and related preparations with professionalism and sensitivity.

You will verify identifications, assist with restorations, dress and cosmetically prepare remains, and maintain a safe, orderly preparation space in compliance with regulations. The role demands compassion and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing embalming tasks and related preparations.
• Verifies identification and embalming authorization; performs restorations and removals; dresses, styles hair, applies cosmetics as needed.
• Maintains preparation room and facility; adheres to licensing and safety regulations; handles hazardous materials per MSDS.
• Assists with inventory of chemicals and supplies; attends to caskets and funerary materials.
• Promotes a safe work environment through universal precautions and proper conduct.

Skills

Compassion & integrity

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college degree or state-approved credential

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kriegshauser Mortuary-West Chapel - St. Louis Central Services in Missouri seeks an embalmer who performs embalming and related preparations with professionalism and sensitivity.

You will verify identifications, assist with restorations, dress and cosmetically prepare remains, and maintain a safe, orderly preparation space in compliance with regulations. The role demands compassion and strong communication.