Hands-On Funeral Director Apprentice & Embalmer

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick days

Health insurance

Elective Dental insurance

Elective Vision Insurance

Job summary

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service in Florence, Kentucky is seeking a Funeral Director Apprentice to learn under licensed funeral directors and support all aspects of funeral service operations, including visitations and services.

The role requires professionalism, compassion, confidentiality, and compliance with laws and policies. It includes evenings/weekends, on-call rotations, and collaboration with families, vendors, and staff.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be flexible, have a professional appearance, a good attitude, and be a team player.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation and care of decedents and setting up for visitations and services.
• Assist with embalming and other preparation procedures as permitted by law.
• Support funeral directors in making arrangements with families.
• Participate in on-call rotation and assist with community outreach and daily operations.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication

Evenings and weekends availability

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Mortuary Science

Job description

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service in Florence, Kentucky is seeking a Funeral Director Apprentice to learn under licensed funeral directors and support all aspects of funeral service operations, including visitations and services.

The role requires professionalism, compassion, confidentiality, and compliance with laws and policies. It includes evenings/weekends, on-call rotations, and collaboration with families, vendors, and staff.