Funeral Attendant

Foundation Partners Group; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Funeral Attendant at Foundation Partners Group assists with viewings, funeral services, and memorials, ensuring services run smoothly and respectfully. You will help families with guidance and maintain a compassionate presence throughout the event.

Responsibilities include assisting the funeral director, moving caskets and related items, and driving hearse or family vehicles during the procession. A valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 75lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Caring and empathetic professional delivering best-in-class service.
• Willingness to work weekends/evenings/on-call as needed.
• Strong communication and compassionate integrity.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist the funeral director with tasks during viewings and services to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain a friendly, guiding presence for visitors entering the location.
• Assist in moving caskets and related items in and out of chapels or service areas.
• Drive hearse or family vehicles during the funeral cortege and related activities.

Skills

Empathy

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Physical strength

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