Embalmer

Service Corporation International; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a dedicated embalmer/apprentice to perform embalming duties with respect for the deceased. The role requires adherence to licensing regulations and safe handling of materials, while assisting with room maintenance and inventory management.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and Mortuary College credentials as dictated by state law, with 2+ years in a high-volume funeral setting preferred. Must hold a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from an accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state law.
• Embalmer or apprentice experience as required by state law.
• 2 years of experience in a high-volume funeral facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased respectfully while performing embalming tasks.
• Adhere to all licensing regulations and safety standards.
• Assist with preparation room and facility maintenance.
• Clean equipment and manage hazardous material spills.
• Maintain inventory of chemicals and supplies used in preparation.
• Receive caskets and other funeral home supplies; ensure safe handling.
• Promote a safe work environment with universal precautions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Compassion and integrity

Ability to lift 75+ pounds

Acceptable driving record

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college degree or state-required credential

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: 36606

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-AL - Mobile