Funeral Service Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Funeral Service Assistant

Location : St. Mary Cemetery and Funeral Center

Position Status : Full Time

Schedule : Monday-Friday, Some Saturdays and Evenings

Category : Non-Exempt

Pay Rate : Starting at $16.50 per hour

Supervisor : Reports to the Funeral Service Manager 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 :

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

Minimum Qualifications :

Education :

Ability :

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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