Funeral Attendant: Compassionate Care & Visitation Support

Service Corporation International; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International in El Paso, TX seeks compassionate staff to prepare deceased for visitation, greet families, and assist with funeral services. Responsibilities include transporting caskets, assisting with service setup, and handling front-desk tasks with sensitivity.

The role requires a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed. Evening and weekend shifts are common in this field, with travel to local sites as required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow instructions given over the phone or in person.
• Ability to work with kindness and compassion for the deceased and their families.

Responsibilities

• Prepare casket and deceased for visitation or funeral services, including dressing and transporting with care.
• Assist with room setup and cleaning for services; greet visitors and provide information.
• Provide pallbearer support and transport to cemetery sites as needed.
• Answer phones, screen callers, and manage front desk communications.
• Transport documents, family mementos, and flowers; handle mailroom tasks.

Skills

Follow instructions

Compassionate communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Service Corporation International in El Paso, TX seeks compassionate staff to prepare deceased for visitation, greet families, and assist with funeral services. Responsibilities include transporting caskets, assisting with service setup, and handling front-desk tasks with sensitivity.

The role requires a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed. Evening and weekend shifts are common in this field, with travel to local sites as required.