At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.
Our Funeral Directors & Embalmers work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible.
Compensation: $25+ per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday with on-call and weekend as needed
Location: Lakeland Funeral Home - Lakeland, Florida
Our Funeral Directors & Embalmers work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible.
The “Who”
- 2+ years of experience as a Funeral Director/Embalmer.
- Valid Funeral Director/Embalmer License and/or the ability to obtain license in the state of employment.
- Valid state issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record; and
- Demonstrated willingness to participate in growing market share through community involvement.
The “What”
- Meets with client families to listen and arrange personalized memorial services.
- Ensures all files and paperwork are timely and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Conducts and attends services regularly.
- Understand and implements company provided training.
- Works on-call/first call, as needed.
- Utilizes systems to review merchandise options, enter contracts and complete necessary forms.
- Directs employees to ensure they meet a high standard of professionalism and service level.
- Appropriately uses corporate support.
- Maintains open and effective communication and accurate, up-to-date client files; and
- Participation in community events, groups and/or organizations
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Performed in an outdoor setting with extreme temperatures and potential fire/flames due to machine failure
- Must be able to handle potential fire emergencies with calm demeanor
- Outdoor duties may subject the employee to natural elements, such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, uneven ground, dust, gas, and/or fumes.
- This employee will work around heavy equipment and excessive noise frequently and must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment.
- This position must be willing to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety procedures, including wearing any personal protective equipment that may be required.
- Employees in this role are regularly required to climb, sit, stand, bend, kneel, and frequently lift up to 75 pounds.
- This position may also require power reaching, pushing, and pulling and may be exposed to chemicals and/or blood borne pathogens.
- Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.
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