Embalmer

Sci Corp; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Louisville, KY is seeking a dedicated embalmer to perform all embalming activities with dignity and respect for the deceased and their families.

The role requires proper licensing, a high school diploma or equivalent, and mortuary college graduation. Experience with a 200-call minimum/year firm is preferred, along with the ability to lift 75+ pounds and proficiency in MS Office. Compassion and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or equivalent as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Cares for the deceased respectfully while performing embalming tasks: verification, restorations, removals and transfers, dressing, hairstyling or cosmetics, and other prep work.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion and integrity

MS Office

Physical strength

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college graduation

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: 40208

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-KY - Louisville