Job Details

The Funeral Assistant position performs a variety of funeral service related tasks before, during, and after funeral/memorial services, including lifting, moving, and transporting decedents, assisting the funeral director with placing decedents in casket, assisting with viewing/visitation services, committal services, and other related but unspecified services under the supervision of the funeral director in charge of the services. Funeral assistants are under the immediate and direct supervision of the funeral director in charge and/or the funeral home location manager.

Essential Functions and Competencies

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull 150 pounds or more with assistance.
• Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
• Lift, carry, and transport decedents between locations.
• Assist the funeral director with dressing decendents and placing them in the casket.
• Place the casket in the stateroom or chapel prior to the service.
• Assist in lifting, placement, and closing of the casket.
• Greet persons entering the establishment, determine the nature and purpose of their visit, and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
• Provide information about the establishment such as service and viewing/visitation information, employees within the organization, and/or services provided.
• Cleaning the facility, automobiles, and funeral equipment prior to use.
• Assist in the daily cleaning, maintenance, and organization of the funeral home.
• Arranging floral offerings or lights around the casket.
• Directing, instructing, or escorting the public.
• Handing out memorial folders.
• Carry flowers to flower vehicles, funeral coach, and/or cars.
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
• Driving flower vehicle, funeral coach, or limousine.
• Cleaning and storing funeral equipment after services.
• Operate telephone to answer, screen, and forward calls, providing information and taking messages.
• Perform a variety of supportive tasks under the supervision of the funeral director in charge to ensure that all services are conducted in a smooth and well-planned manner.
• Conduct all duties in compliance with all company policies and procedures, all governmental regulations, and generally accepted and applied principles and practices of funeral service.

Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Professional communication skills
• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations related to the funeral industry
• Valid driver's license

AAP/EEO Statement

Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veterans and/or any other status or condition protected by law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

3324 Hamily Family Abilene Texas