Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in Louisville, KY seeks an Embalmer to perform embalming duties with respect and professionalism, including restorations, removals, dressing, cosmetics, and transfer preparations. The role adheres to licensing requirements and maintains a clean preparation room.

Candidates should meet state licensing, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to lift heavy loads with good communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; required by state law.
• Graduation from an accredited mortuary college or other state-required degree.

Responsibilities

• Verifies identification and embalming authorization; performs restorations; completes removals and transfers; dresses and applies cosmetics.
• Adheres to licensing requirements and maintains a clean preparation room.
• Promotes a safe work environment by using universal precautions and proper handling of hazardous materials.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Communication skills

Problem solving

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from accredited mortuary college

Tools

MS Office

Computers

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: 40208 Category (Portal Searching): Operations Job Location: US-KY - Louisville

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.