Crematory Operator

Sci Corp; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Sci Corp is seeking a Crematory Operator in Oakland, CA. You will perform cremation-related duties with respect for the deceased and adhere to all state and federal regulations. Responsibilities include handling remains, documentation, equipment upkeep, and safe operations.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1–3 months of apprenticeship, plus a valid driver’s license for removals. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal funeral service/mortuary science program per state law.
• 1–3 months apprentice experience required.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased in a respectful manner throughout cremation process.
• Receive remains and verify documentation and visual identification.
• Complete required cremation documentation and maintenance logs.
• Comply with licensing regulations for cremation operations.
• Maintain all company logs, reports and chain of custody paperwork.
• Promote a safe work environment and follow universal precautions.
• Maintain crematorium and related equipment.
• May deliver or release cremated remains to funeral homes or authorities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Mortuary science program

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Properly receive and process human remains and ensures that the cremated remains are returned to the authorized person(s) according to company procedures and applicable Federal, State and Municipal regulations. Duties must be performed consistent with company mission and values and adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing all the tasks involved in the cremation process
• Receives remains and ensures all documentation is complete and visual identification of the deceased is complete and accurate.
• Completes all required documentation with respect to cremation process and equipment maintenance
• Adheres to all professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations applicable to the cremation of human remains
• Adheres to all applicable policies and procedures
• Maintains all Company logs/reports and required state-specific reports
• Maintains all chain of custody paperwork
• Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct
• Maintains the crematorium, equipment and adjacent facilities
• May deliver/release cremated remains to appropriate funeral home or proper authority
• Other duties as directed by management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• 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.

Experience

• Minimum one to three months experience as an apprentice

Certification/Licenses

• Certified Crematory Operator as required by state law; valid driver’s license required if performing removals and transfers of bodies and delivering cremated remains

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar with the basic operation of industrial equipment to include basic trouble-shooting skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with all affiliates and/or third parties
• Good communication skills
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi task and set priorities
• Detail oriented

Compensation:
Salary: $28.00/hr.

Benefits:
Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care) *Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program

Postal Code: 94603

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - Oakland