Embalmer

Sci Corp; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp is seeking an embalmer to perform respectful embalming tasks, restorations, and preparation for viewings in Virginia Beach. The role requires strict adherence to licensing rules and proper handling of chemicals and materials.

The incumbent will assist with room maintenance, inventory, and safe operation of equipment while upholding compassionate service standards within a professional funeral home setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased respectfully while performing embalming tasks including restorations, removals/transfers, dressing, styling, and cosmetics.
• Follow all licensing authority regulations and maintain preparation room and facility.
• Maintain clean equipment and handle hazardous materials per MSDS; assist with inventory and supplies.
• Receive caskets and funeral home supplies; promote a safe work environment with universal precautions.

Skills

Driving record

Heavy lifting

Computers/MS Office

Compassion & integrity

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college degree or state/provincial requirement

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: 23462

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-VA - Virginia Beach