PT Funeral Service Assistant

CYPRESS FUNERAL SERVICES INCORPORATED; Colma (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cypress Funeral Services Incorporated in Colma, CA is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Funeral Service Assistant to support funeral directors and families during services, visitations, and memorials.

This on-call position requires warmth, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with care and attention to detail. You will assist with setup, guest directions, and transportation duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule and ability to work as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, compassionate, and professional when interacting with families and guests.
• Sensitive to the needs of individuals and families experiencing a loss.
• Able to remain calm, organized, and professional while managing multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to take initiative.
• Good verbal communication and professional interaction with diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist funeral directors with setup and coordination of services, visitations, and memorials.
• Greet families and guests and direct them to the correct location.
• Set up caskets, flowers, religious items, photos, and displays.
• Move caskets and funeral-related equipment as needed.
• Monitor floral deliveries and arrange items appropriately.
• Assist with audio/visual equipment and service-related tech.
• Direct parking and vehicle movements during services.
• Deliver flowers, urns, photos, keepsakes, and other items.
• Maintain a clean, professional environment before, during, and after services.
• Communicate issues or concerns to the funeral director or management.

Skills

Flexibility

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Audio/Video equipment

Job description

Description

Cypress Funeral Services is seeking a compassionate and dependable Part-Time Funeral Service Assistant to support funeral directors and families during funeral services, visitations, memorial services, and other related activities.

This is an as-needed, on-call position based on business needs and employee availability. The ideal candidate is warm, professional, attentive to detail, and comfortable assisting families during a sensitive and emotional time.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist funeral directors with the setup and coordination of funeral services, visitations, memorial services, and other events.
• Greet and welcome families, guests, and visitors and direct them to the appropriate chapel or service location.
• Assist with setting up caskets, flowers, religious items, photographs, memorial displays, chairs, and other service-related items.
• Assist with the movement of caskets and other funeral-related equipment before, during, and after services.
• Monitor floral deliveries and ensure flowers and memorial items are placed in the appropriate location.
• Assist with audio and video equipment, music, and other service-related technology as needed.
• Assist with parking, funeral processions, and directing vehicles when necessary.
• Drive company vehicles, including vans, flower cars, limousines, and hearses, as assigned.
• Deliver flowers, urns, photographs, keepsakes, and other items related to funeral services.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and professional environment before, during, and after services.
• Remain attentive throughout services and assist the funeral director with unexpected needs to help ensure services run smoothly.
• Communicate service issues, family needs, or other concerns to the funeral director or management.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, compassionate, and professional when interacting with families and guests.
• Sensitive to the needs of individuals and families experiencing a loss.
• Able to remain calm, organized, and professional while managing multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to take initiative.
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Professional appearance and grooming appropriate for funeral services.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with the physical requirements associated with funeral services.