Crematory Operator (part-time)

Service Corporation International; Atascadero (CA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a part-time Crematory Operator in Atascadero, CA. Duties include handling the cremation process with care, receiving remains, and maintaining documentation and compliance with licensing regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1–3 months of apprenticeship experience, plus a state-licensed crematory operator certification. Responsibilities include safety, equipment maintenance, and proper delivery of remains.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal funeral service/mortuary program 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 performing removals/deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased respectfully during cremation process.
• Receive remains and ensure documentation and visual identification are complete.
• Complete documentation for cremation process and equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to licensing regulations for cremation of human remains.
• Maintain company logs/reports and state-specific reports.
• Maintain chain of custody paperwork and crematorium facilities.
• Promote safe work environment and universal precautions.
• May deliver/release cremated remains to funeral homes or authorities.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Team work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Mortuary science program

Tools

Industrial equipment

Computers

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

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: $23.00 an hour

Benefits:

Part-time associates working an average 20 hours a week may be eligible for 401(k).

Postal Code: 93422

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - Atascadero

Job Profile ID: F00208

Time Type: Part time

Location Name: Chapel Of Roses Mortuary Cemetery and Crematory - Central Coast Personal Care Center