Funeral Service Assitant

Catholic-Funeral-; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Funeral Service Assistant to support families and Service Directors during vigils, masses, and committals. The role is full-time, with schedule Monday–Friday and some weekends and evenings, and involves assisting with setup, transportation, and maintaining spaces used for services.

Applicants must have a valid California driver's license and be a Catholic in good standing, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills.
• Assist on funeral services with setup and casket loading/unloading.
• Assist in adjusting decedents in caskets as necessary.
• Transport flowers and memorabilia for services.
• Set up and clean up before and after services.
• Maintain cleanliness of Funeral Center areas.
• Transport decedents for services via hearses and vans.
• Ensure vehicles are fueled and report issues to the Lead Service Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position: Funeral Service Assistant

Location: Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services

Position Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday, Some Weekends and Evenings

Category: Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Supervisor: Reports to the Lead Service Director or other supervisor as may be assigned.

Job Summary:

Provides assistance to families and Service Directors in the delivery of vigils, masses and committals.

Essential Functions:

1. Exhibit exceptional customer service skills.
2. Assist on funeral services to set up and assist with casket loading/unloading.
3. Assist in adjusting decedents in caskets as necessary.
4. Transport flowers and memorabilia in hearses and vans for funeral services.
5. Set up & clean up before and after services during business hours and evenings.
6. Maintain general cleanliness of Funeral Center/ Home areas including Chapels, bathrooms, reception rooms, etc.
7. Transportation of decedent for services via hearses and vans.
8. Maintain cleanliness and preparedness, including fueling, of vehicles and report any operational or cosmetic issues to the Lead Service Director upon discovery.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
2. Must be a Catholic in good standing.

Education:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Ability:

1. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
2. Must be able to spend up to 3 consecutive hours standing, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.

Skills/Knowledge:

Practicing Catholic with knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church; Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook); excellent interpersonal and phone skills; great organizational skills; ability to maintain strict confidentially; professional temperament and appearance; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise; able to work in a team-oriented environment; handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload.

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