Crematory Operator (part-time)

Sci Corp; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Old Saybrook, CT is seeking a Crematory Operator to handle the cremation process with care and professionalism. You will receive remains, ensure accurate documentation and ensure visual identification, while adhering to all licensing requirements and company policies.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, logs, and safe operation. The role requires basic computer skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate, trustworthy demeanor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal mortuary science 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 removals/deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased with respect during all cremation tasks.
• Receive remains and verify complete documentation and visual ID.
• Complete documentation for cremation and equipment maintenance.
• Follow licensing regulations for cremation of human remains.
• Maintain all logs and required state-specific reports.
• Maintain chain of custody paperwork.
• Promote a safe work environment and universal precautions.
• Maintain crematorium, equipment and adjacent facilities.
• May deliver or release cremated remains to funeral homes or authorities.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Skills

Basic troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Compassion and integrity

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / mortuary science program

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

Postal Code: 06475
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: US-CT - Old Saybrook