Funeral Director

Carriage Services; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Carriage Services in Santa Fe, New Mexico is seeking a dedicated Funeral Director/Embalmer to provide personalized memorial services and ensure exceptional family experiences. Offering a full-time position with a salary of $28 - $30 per hour, the ideal candidate should possess over 2 years of relevant experience and a valid license. This role involves meeting client families, managing service details, and participating in community events with a commitment to professionalism and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Funeral Director/Embalmer.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or ability to obtain license.
• Driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Meet with client families to arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensure files and paperwork are timely and compliant with laws.
• Direct employees to maintain professionalism and service levels.

Skills

Experience as a Funeral Director/Embalmer

Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License

Valid driver's license in good standing

Job description

Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Funeral Directors & Embalmers work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible.

Compensation

$28 - $30 per hour

Job Type

Full-Time

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Funeral Director/Embalmer.
• Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or the ability to obtain license in the state of employment.
• Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement.

Job Duties

• Meets with client families to listen and arrange personalized memorial services.
• Ensures all files and paperwork are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conducts and attends services regularly.
• Understands and implements company provided training.
• Works on-call/first call, as needed.
• Utilizes systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms.
• Directs employees to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level.
• Appropriately uses corporate support.
• Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, up-to-date client files.
• Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting; however, some duties may be performed outdoors. Outdoor duties may require exposure to natural elements such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes.

Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity and must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required.

Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds, and may be required to lift up to 100 pounds.

Performance of this position’s duties may also require power reaching, pushing, and pulling.

This position’s duties require routine exposure to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens.

Must be able to drive a company vehicle and maintain a good driving record and must be insurable under company vehicle insurance.