Embalmer

sci; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

sci is seeking a dedicated embalmer for on-site responsibilities in Florida. The role requires careful restoration, embalming operations, and respectful handling of human remains while ensuring adherence to all regulations and facility protocols.

Applicants should have a mortuary college credential, a high school diploma, and a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes safety, inventory management, and professional conduct in a busy funeral service environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Care for deceased respectfully while performing embalming tasks.
• Adhere to all licensing regulations.
• Assist with preparation room maintenance and facility operations.
• Clean equipment and manage spills safely.
• Handle hazardous materials per MSDS guidelines.
• Assist with chemical and supply inventory.
• Receive caskets and other funeral supplies.
• Promote a safe work environment through universal precautions.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Excellent communication

Problem solving

MS Office skills

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

Postal Code: 32955

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-FL - Rockledge