Compassionate Funeral Attendant & Driver

Service Corporation International; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a Funeral Attendant in Miami, FL to support funeral services, prepare rooms and casket arrangements, greet families, and assist with transportation and post-service duties.

The role requires compassion, the ability to work evenings/weekends, and physical stamina to lift and move items. A high school diploma is required, and driving duties are included; professional demeanor is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow instructions given over the phone or in person.
• Ability to use a personal computer and type.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work with kindness and compassion for the deceased and their families.
• Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with colleagues to accomplish tasks.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; push/pull up to 200 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare casket and deceased for visitation or funeral services; dress and transport as needed.
• Prepare rooms for services, arrange seating, guest books, flowers, keepsakes, and memorial materials.
• Greet visitors and provide programs; relay information.
• May serve as pallbearer or drive families to cemetery site.
• After services, handle removal, cleaning, and storage of items; package keepsakes and flowers.
• Answer phones, screen callers, and manage first-call information.
• Escort guests to rooms, monitor appointments, and maintain reception area and refreshments.
• Perform mailroom tasks, data entry, and document handling.
• Transport documents, family mementos, and similar items; drive company vehicles as needed.
• Perform vehicle maintenance like washing, fueling, and basic upkeep.

Skills

Follow instructions

Use personal computer

Compassionate service

Verbal and written communications

Confidentiality

Work evenings/weekends

Physical lifting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Service Corporation International is seeking a Funeral Attendant in Miami, FL to support funeral services, prepare rooms and casket arrangements, greet families, and assist with transportation and post-service duties.

The role requires compassion, the ability to work evenings/weekends, and physical stamina to lift and move items. A high school diploma is required, and driving duties are included; professional demeanor is essential.