Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking an Embalmer in Rockledge, FL. The role involves performing embalming with respect, verifying ID and authorization, and handling removals and restorations as part of preparing the deceased for services.

Must meet state licensing requirements and have a high school diploma; mortuary college credentials are preferred. The position emphasizes safety, inventory support, and professional conduct in a funeral home setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Graduation from an accredited mortuary college or as required by state law.
• 2 years embalming experience in a 200-call minimum/year firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Embalm and prepare the deceased with dignity and respect.
• Verify identification and embalming authorization.
• Assist with room maintenance and facility upkeep.
• Clean equipment and manage spills per safety guidelines.
• Adhere to licensing regulations and universal precautions.
• Receive and handle caskets and supplies as needed.

Skills

Compassion & integrity

Good communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully.

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 skills


• Problem solving skills

Postal Code: 32955

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-FL - Rockledge

Who we are. What we do. We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve. The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.

\"SCI\" refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.