Funeral Service Assitant

Part-time position, Monday-Friday with some weekends and evenings.

About the role

Provides assistance to families and Service Directors in the delivery of vigils, masses and committals.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills.
• Assist on funeral services to set up and assist with casket loading/unloading.
• Assist in adjusting decedents in caskets as necessary.
• Transport flowers and memorabilia in hearses and vans for funeral services.
• Set up & clean up before and after services during business hours and evenings.
• Maintain general cleanliness of Funeral Center/Home areas including Chapels, bathrooms, reception rooms, etc.
• Transportation of decedent for services via hearses and vans.
• Maintain cleanliness and preparedness, including fueling, of vehicles and report any operational or cosmetic issues to the Lead Service Director upon discovery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to spend up to 3 consecutive hours standing, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.

Skills & Knowledge

• Practicing Catholic with knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal and phone skills.
• Great organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Professional temperament and appearance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to work and relate to a variety of personalities and cultures with diplomacy, friendliness and poise.
• Able to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle multiple assignments consecutively and prioritize workload.

Pay

Starting at $16.90 per hour.