Funeral Attendant

Foundation Partners Group; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Partners Group in Palmer, MA seeks a Funeral Attendant to set up and assist with viewings, services, and memorials, and to transfer remains as needed. You will support the funeral director and help maintain a respectful atmosphere for visitors at the location.

This role involves assisting in moving casketed remains, participating in funeral cortege activities, and driving vehicles as required. Strong empathy, reliability, and the ability to lift 75 lbs are essential.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and committed to serving families with dignity.
• Willing to work weekends/evenings and on-call shifts.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and assist with transfers.

Responsibilities

• Assists the funeral director with tasks during viewings and services.
• Maintains a friendly, helpful presence for visitors at the location.
• Assists in moving casketed remains and related items in and out of service areas.
• Drives hearses or family vehicles as part of funeral cortege activities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team player

On-call

Job description

The Funeral Attendant will set up and assist with viewings, funeral services, memorial services, transfer of remains from the place of death to the funeral home, and other tasks associated with funeral and memorial services as assigned by management.

Overview & Responsibilities

• Assists the funeral director with a variety of tasks during funerals and visitations to ensure that services run smoothly
• Maintains a friendly attitude while offering assistance and guidance to all persons entering the location
• Assists in the movement of the casketed deceased and other related items in and out of visitation area funeral home chapel, church, or other places of service
• Drives the hearse, family limousine, or other vehicles in the funeral cortege and other funeral related activities

Requirements & Qualifications

• Caring, empathetic, and committed to providing best-in-class service to customers
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and days on an on-call basis as needed
• Strong communication skills and high levels of compassion and integrity
• Detail-oriented with a positive attitude and a team player
• Ability to lift 75lbs safely
• Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled