Funeral Director Apprentice

Vertin; Merrill (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Vertin in Wisconsin seeks a Funeral Director Apprentice to learn the art and responsibility of caring for families during life's most meaningful moments. You will assist with arrangements, service coordination, and community care while working toward a Wisconsin Funeral Director License.

You'll gain hands‑on experience from meeting families to coordinating services and understanding the operational side of a funeral home, all under the mentorship of experienced directors within a century‑old

Qualifications

• Completion of the 16‑Hour course, under Wisconsin Licensed Funeral Director’s Apprentice Course
• Age 18 or older
• Customer Service Experience
• Ability to lift/move 100+ lbs

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed funeral directors with arrangement conferences, helping families select services and merchandise with care and clarity
• Support the coordination and setup of visitations, funerals, memorial services, and committals
• Participate in the preparation and care of decedents under the supervision of a licensed funeral director, in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assist in maintaining the appearance and readiness of facilities, vehicles, and equipment to Vertin's service standards
• Shadow and learn from an assigned mentor, building toward independent licensure and practice

Job description

As a Funeral Director Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced funeral directors to learn the art and responsibility of caring for families during life's most meaningful moments. This apprenticeship is designed to build your skills in arrangements, service coordination, and community care. This is a great opportunity to work towards a Wisconsin Funeral Director License, or just get your foot in the door of Funeral Service.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience across every part of the profession — from meeting with families to coordinating services to understanding the operational side of a funeral home — all backed by the mentorship and structure of an organization that’s been honoring lives for over a century. Vertin associates are never alone in this work; you’ll be supported by a team that shares your commitment to serving others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist licensed funeral directors with arrangement conferences, helping families select services and merchandise with care and clarity
• Support the coordination and setup of visitations, funerals, memorial services, and committals
• Participate in the preparation and care of decedents under the supervision of a licensed funeral director, in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assist in maintaining the appearance and readiness of facilities, vehicles, and equipment to Vertin's service standards
• Shadow and learn from an assigned mentor, building toward independent licensure and practice

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of the 16‑Hour course, under Wisconsin Licensed Funeral Director’s Apprentice Course
• Age 18 or older
• Customer Service Experience
• Ability to lift/move 100+ lbs

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Hourly Rate: $18-$19/hour