Crematory Operator

Park Lawn Memorial Group, LLC.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

401k and Roth retirement options

Vacation, personal days and sick days

Employee discounts

Job summary

Park Lawn Memorial Group, LLC. is seeking a Crematory Operator to manage cremation equipment and follow all procedures. The role requires receiving decedents, verification of paperwork, and maintaining accurate records in accordance with state and local rules.

Candidates should have a four-year degree or equivalent, plus a Crematory Operators license and a valid driver's license. This outdoor, physically demanding position benefits from attention to detail, safety, and strong customer service in

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Crematory Operator preferred.
• Valid Crematory Operators license.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates cremation equipment and chamber/retort and ensures that cremation procedures are followed.
• Receives decedent(s) and ensures proper paperwork and protocol is followed.
• Performs verification of the deceased and reviews required documentation prior to performing cremation.
• Fully cleans crematory equipment after each cremation to prevent commingling of cremated remains.
• Maintains log of all cremations in accordance with state and/or local requirements.
• Provides cremated remains to the Funeral Director for interment or delivery to the client family.
• Performs general maintenance and care of crematory equipment.
• Facilitates annual retort inspection, general repairs and maintains service records.
• Maintains inventory supplies and orders items needed to run crematory.
• Attends safety training and follows safety procedures.
• Operates crematory in compliance with local laws and guidelines.

Skills

Detail orientation

Thoroughness

Self-management

Customer service

Quality orientation

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent

Crematory Operators license

Driver's license

Job description

• At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.
• Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession.
• Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.
• Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life’s challenges.
• Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.
• Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.
• Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need.

Culture

• We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.
• We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.
• We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families.

Essential Functions

• Operates cremation equipment and chamber/retort and ensures that cremation procedures are followed.
• Receives decedent(s) and ensures proper paperwork and protocol is followed.
• Performs verification of the deceased and reviews required documentation prior to performing cremation.
• Fully cleans crematory equipment (e.g., retort) after each cremation to prevent commingling of cremated remains.
• Maintains log of all cremations in accordance with state and/or local requirements.
• Provides cremated remains to the Funeral Director for interment or delivery to the client family.
• Performs general maintenance and care of crematory equipment.
• Facilitates annual retort inspection, general repairs and maintains service records.
• Maintains inventory supplies and orders items needed to run crematory.
• Attends all required safety training meetings as scheduled.
• Ensures that all required safety equipment requirements and procedures are followed when performing all tasks.
• Operates crematory in compliance with local laws and guidelines concerning retort operation and storage/use of chemical substances.
• Assists in loading and unloading of supplies, equipment, and/or merchandise.
• Maintains crematory building and adjacent areas by cleaning, sweeping, etc.
• Identifies and remedies all hazards in crematory area and on surrounding grounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Self-Management.
• Detail Orientation.
• Thoroughness.
• Customer Service Orientation.
• Quality Orientation.

Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure

Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• At least 1 year of experience as a Crematory Operator preferred.
• Valid Crematory Operators license.
• Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Bilingual is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to show respect and sensitivity toward client families while working in a physically demanding environment.
• Attention to detail and follow-through.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an outdoor setting with extreme temperatures.
• Outdoor duties may subject the employee to natural elements, such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes.
• Duties require work around heavy equipment and excessive noise frequently.
• Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to; computer, body lift, casket handling/transport devices, crematory retort, personal or company owned vehicle.
• Employees in this role must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required.
• Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Performance of this position’s duties also requires power reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• This position may also require reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• This position may also be exposed to chemicals and/ or blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk is considered: High
• Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.

Travel

• This position may require up to 10 percent out of area and overnight travel.
• Travel is primarily local occurring during the business day only.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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