Apprentice Funeral Director/Embalmer

About the Role

The Funeral Director Apprentice works under the supervision and direction of licensed funeral directors to learn and assist with all aspects of funeral service operations. Responsibilities include assisting with the transportation and care of decedents, preparing and setting up for visitations and funeral services, assisting with embalming and other preparation procedures as permitted by law, and supporting funeral directors in making arrangements with families.

The Apprentice will assist with funeral and memorial services, transportation, documentation, vendor coordination, facility preparation, and other operational duties while developing the knowledge and skills necessary for licensure as a funeral director and embalmer. The position requires professionalism, compassion, attention to detail, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, OSHA regulations, and company policies and procedures.

The Apprentice will participate in an on-call rotation as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and will work collaboratively with funeral directors, coworkers, families, vendors, and other service providers. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with community outreach, preplanning education, facility and vehicle upkeep, and other duties necessary to support the funeral home’s daily operations and the families it serves.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation and care of decedents
• Prepare and set up for visitations and funeral services
• Assist with embalming and other preparation procedures as permitted by law
• Support funeral directors in making arrangements with families
• Assist with funeral and memorial services
• Handle transportation and documentation duties
• Coordinate with vendors and prepare facilities
• Participate in on-call rotation (evenings, weekends, and holidays)
• Assist with community outreach and preplanning education
• Maintain facility and vehicle upkeep
• Comply with federal, state, and OSHA regulations

Requirements & Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Mortuary Science
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible schedule; ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Team player with a commitment to customer satisfaction

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick days
• Health insurance
• Elective dental insurance
• Elective vision insurance

Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home
8461 Dixie Hwy, Florence, Kentucky 41042
Contact: Chris Grubbs
Phone: (859) 344-5000
Email: info@chambersandgrubbs.com