Embalmer

sci; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Voluntary AD&D Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

401(k) with Company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SCI in San Diego, CA seeks an embalmer with experience in a funeral service setting. The role involves caring for the deceased respectfully, performing embalming tasks, and assisting with removals and restorations under state rules.

A strong sense of compassion and integrity is essential. The position requires high school completion and Mortuary College accreditation, plus experience with embalming and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or state/provincial requirement.

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased respectfully while performing embalming tasks.
• Adhere to licensing regulations.
• Maintain preparation room and facility.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Heavy lifting

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Mortuary college degree

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

Pay: $28.00+ an hour based on experience

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Sick Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program

Postal Code: 92105

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-CA - San Diego