Crematory Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA (Health)

HSA (Company Contribution)

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

401(k) with Company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sci Corp in Oakland, CA, seeks a Crematory Operator to join our operations team. You will handle the cremation process with care, ensure proper identification and documentation, and maintain compliance with state and municipal regulations.

This role requires a high school diploma, completion of mortuary science program if required, and a short apprenticeship. You must have a valid driver’s license for removals and a state license as a crematory operator. We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; mortuary program completion if required by state law.
• 1–3 months experience as an apprentice.
• Certified Crematory Operator as required by state law; valid driver’s license if removals/deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased respectfully during cremation process.
• Receive remains and verify identification and paperwork.
• Complete cremation documentation and equipment maintenance records.
• Adhere to licensure and safety regulations for cremation.
• Maintain logs and chain of custody paperwork.
• Deliver or release remains to funeral homes or authorities as needed.
• Maintain crematorium and equipment; promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary science program (where required by state law)

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

• 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