Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking an embalmer to perform a range of duties ensuring respectful preparation of human remains. You will verify IDs, complete restorations, and assist with removals and transfers in a compliant, safety-minded environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and mortuary college credential per state law, plus an active license and a valid driver’s license. Strong compassion and physical stamina are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited mortuary college or state-approved degree as required by law.
• Licensing requirements per state regulations must be met.
• Current driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner and performs embalming duties.
• Verifies identification and embalming authorization; conducts restorations as needed.
• Assists with preparation room and facility upkeep.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and handles hazardous materials per guidelines.
• Receives caskets and funeral home supplies; observes safety procedures.

Skills

Embalming

Restoration

Communication skills

Physical strength

Compassion

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from accredited mortuary college

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Job Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics, and; any other preparation required for human remains
• Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations
• Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility
• Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills
• Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets
• Assists with chemical and supply inventory
• Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies
• Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Experience

• Embalmer, Apprentice experience as required by state/provincial law
• 2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm embalming facility preferred

Licenses

• Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board
• Current state/province issued driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift over 75 pounds
• Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Good communication skillsProblem solving skills

Postal Code: 22042

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-VA - Falls Church