Embalmer

Sci Corp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA

HSA with company contribution

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 Corp seeks an embalmer to perform embalming and restoration tasks with respect for the deceased, ensuring compliance with licensing and safety standards.

The role requires readiness to handle heavy lifting, inventory management, and proper preparation of remains while maintaining a compassionate, professional approach in a sensitive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing embalming and related tasks.
• Adheres to licensing regulations and maintains facility upkeep.
• Assists with preparation room maintenance and cleanliness of equipment.
• Handles and reports hazardous materials per MSDS guidelines.
• Manages inventory of chemicals and supplies and handles caskets and funeral-related materials.
• Promotes a safe work environment by applying universal precautions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lift 75 pounds

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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