Crematory Operator

Service Corporation International; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare

Dependent care)

Health Savings Account with Company

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Voluntary AD&D Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a dedicated crematory operator in the San Diego area. You will perform cremation-related duties, ensure accurate documentation and chain of custody, and maintain equipment to support respectful handling of human remains.

The role emphasizes compliance with state and federal regulations, safety practices, and compassionate service. A high school diploma and a formal mortuary science program per state law are required, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Familiar with the basic operation of industrial equipment and basic troubleshooting.
• Proficient with common computer applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates compassion, integrity and discretion in handling sensitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased in a respectful manner during the cremation process.
• Receive remains and verify documentation and visual ID.
• Complete documentation for cremation and equipment maintenance.
• Follow licensing and regulatory requirements for cremation.
• Maintain company logs, reports, and chain of custody paperwork.
• Promote a safe work environment and universal precautions.
• Maintain crematorium and equipment; assist with deliveries as needed.

Skills

Industrial equipment knowledge

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Compassion & integrity

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary science program (state-required)

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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• Shift: 12am-8:30am

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: $21.50/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: 92113

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - San Diego