job title:Crematory Operator/ Funeral Home General Laborer
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Local funeral home looking to hire someone full-time for a (non-licensed crematory operator and general laborer position.
We are looking to add someone to our team who would be in charge of miscellaneous funeral home work including but not limited to; inventory of supplies, the maintenance of the buildings, maintenance of the yard(s), cleaning the parking lot, washing/ detailing the vehicles, as well as crematory operation, headstone installation, general cleaning, helping with services during weekdays and weekends amongst other tasks that come up.
Someone in this position would also need to be willing to do removals during the day, be on call for removals during the evenings, and occasionally assist at funeral services. Removals during nights and weekends pay extra.
Candidates should have a generally clean-cut appearance, professional dress, and be safe drivers in possession of a valid driver’s license. Candidates should be able to follow verbal as well as written instructions, be physically strong, punctual, and possess a good working ethic. This job will require direct contact with families during a loss.
A general laborer / crematory operator role blends heavy physical labor and facility maintenance with highly specialized technical tasks and sensitive care. This hybrid position requires strict attention to safety, precise record-keeping, and the physical stamina of general labor, alongside the dignity and emotional maturity required in the funeral service industry.
Key Responsibilities
Cremation Operations: Prepare deceased individuals for the cremation process. Verify identification paperwork, remove personal items (e.g., jewelry), load remains safely into the retort, and monitor temperature controls.
Remains Processing: Operate processor to reduce remaining bone fragments into remains. Securely transfer and package the remains into designated urns or jewelry
General Labor & Facility Care: Clean, sweep, and vacuum the retort and surrounding facility floors. Maintain, sanitize, and perform light maintenance on tools, tables, and crematory machinery as needed.
Material Handling & Transfers: Unload inventory shipments, lift and maneuver heavy caskets, going on first calls which include transporting deceased from vans to the facility, and doing proper documentation.
Compliance & Documentation: Maintain detailed logs to ensure exact chain-of-custody tracking. Adhere strictly to municipal health guidelines, safety protocols, and OSHA regulations for protective equipment (PPE).
Qualifications & Requirements
Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy loads (frequently 50 to 100+ lbs).
Emotional Maturity & Ethics: High level of professionalism, integrity, and respect for the deceased. Comfort working around deceased and managing the environmental factors of a crematorium (heat, dust, and odors).
Certifications: A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Ability to take direction
Multitask / know how to prioritize tasks
Weekend / night / holiday availability
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