Funeral Assistant

Summary:

Perform a variety of funeral service related tasks before, during and after funeral/memorial services, 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.

Tasks: (Note: The tasks described herein do not represent a complete listing of possible tasks required in the full scope of a funeral assistant’s duties, but are listed to give a general overview of some of the required tasks associated with the position of a funeral assistant. The position will be expected to occasionally perform reasonable and related tasks pertaining to general funeral service operations that are not specifically listed.)

• 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.
• Placing casket in stateroom or chapel prior to service.
• Greet persons entering the establishment, determine the nature and purpose of visit and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
• Provide information about 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 casket.
• Directing, instructing or escorting the public.
• Handing out memorial folders.
• Assisting in closing casket.
• Assist in lifting and placement of casket.
• Carry flowers to flower vehicles, funeral coach and/or cars.
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid Nevada state driver’s license.
• 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.
• Serve as courier between locations with frequent trips to Reno, NV.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license, excellent driving skills and good driving record; running, maneuvering, navigating and driving vehicles such as passenger cars, funeral coaches and cargo vans.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Relocate:

• Carson City, NV 89706: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person