Transfer Specialist (part-time)

S.E. Combined Services of Florida; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

S.E. Combined Services of Florida is seeking a professional driver to safely remove and transport deceased individuals. You will handle first-call removals, follow chain-of-custody procedures, and coordinate with families and authorities with sensitivity and professionalism.

The role requires a clean driving record, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and flexibility for weekend/on-call shifts. Proficiency with basic computer tasks and proprietary software is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of courier/driver experience with direct customer interaction preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work nights/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives company-owned professional vehicles to perform first call removals of deceased in accordance with local and state laws as well as company policies and procedures.
• Follows processes for chain-of-custody, paperwork, and deceased identification.
• Cooperates with first responders, Coroner, hospital staff, or Senior Living facility and accommodates their processes and procedures.
• Interacts with bereaved family members in a courteous and professional manner for home removals; sensitive to environment and follows procedures for removing soiled materials.
• Enters deceased event information into proprietary software according to company procedures.
• Transports caskets to airports, care centers, or funeral homes; assists with moving caskets.

Skills

Customer interaction

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Responsible for the care, removal, and transport of deceased. Safely and courteously, drives company owned vehicles. Maintains company vehicles cleanliness. Professional appearance and business suit required when in contact with families; casual attire for vehicle maintenance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Removal

• Safely drives company owned professional vehicles to perform "first call" removals of deceased in accordance with local and state laws as well as company policies and procedures
• Follows processes for chain-of-custody, paperwork, and deceased identification
• Cooperates with first responders, Coroner, hospital staff, or Senior Living facility and accommodate their processes and procedures
• For home removals, courteously and professionally interacts with bereaved family members; exhibits sensitivity to environment; minimizes conversation. Follows company procedures in removing soiled garments, bedding, or other materials; leaves a warm and courteous first impression
• Enters deceased event information into proprietary software according to company procedures
• Transports caskets to airports, care centers, or funeral homes; assists with moving caskets

Vehicle Maintenance

• Washes, vacuums, and cleans vehicles ensuring vehicle is presentable
• Fuels vehicles as necessary
• Follows safety guidelines and expenditure processes
• Maintains personal protective and removal supplies in vehicles including cleaning products
• Identifies vehicle engine or operating issues to management; drives vehicles for repair or inspection

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses

• Current state/province issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Experience

• At least one (1) year work experience as a courier, driver; with direct customer interaction strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability work schedule to support business needs including weekends and nights
• Ability to work on-call weekends, nights and holidays rotation
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; push/pull up to 200 pounds
• Ability to drive in hazardous, heavy traffic, and weather conditions
• Basic computer skills required

Postal Code: 70124

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-LA - New Orleans