Mortuary Transport Technician

Funeral Directors Service; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local funeral services provider in Denver is seeking an entry-level position for transfers of deceased individuals. This hands-on role requires physical fitness and emotional fortitude, with 12-hour shifts for five consecutive days. Responsibilities include handling human remains professionally, responding to dispatches, and maintaining a professional appearance. Ideal candidates should be dependable, organized, and possess good communication skills. Paid training and a company vehicle during shifts are provided.

Benefits

Company vehicle during shift hours

Paid training

401k

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to follow directions, policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Experience or desire to work in mortuary/funeral industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform transfers of deceased from various locations.
• Handle human remains in a safe, dignified manner.
• Respond to dispatches during designated shift.

Skills

Physical fitness

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Job Description

Perform transfers of deceased from place of passing, i.e., accident scenes, nursing homes, hospitals and residences. This is a very "hands-on" vocation that requires you to touch, lift and move decedents and demands a high level of physical fitness and emotional fortitude. This position is 12-hour shifts/five consecutive days per week during which time you are "on-call" to respond to transport dispatches during your designated shift. Shifts are either day (6:00am - 6:00 pm) or night (6:00 pm - 6:00 am). You take possession of a company vehicle during you shift and will be dispatched from your residence, our office or while on-the-road.

• Receive dispatches, obtain necessary information and follow-through as required.
• Handle human remains in a safe, dignified and professional manner.
• Reside in the Denver metro area.
• Have a valid drivers license and good driving record.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Available to work night, weekend and holiday hours.
• Ability to follow directions, policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be organized.
• Must maintain a professional appearance in dress and grooming.
• Able to perform some heavy lifting.

This job is ideal for someone who:

• Desires an entry-level position in the mortuary/funeral business.
• Dependable
• People-oriented
• Adaptable and flexible
• Autonomous and independent

We provide:

• Company vehicle during your shift hours with fuel card
• Paid training
• 401k