The Funeral Assistant will support and assist the Funeral Directors, Funeral Staff, and clientele, performing various tasks required to deliver respectful, professional, and thoughtful funeral services. This position is part-time as needed for services that are scheduled.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Courteously greets all visitors.
• Prepares vehicles for daily use, including the following duties: full vacuum, clean windows, and full gas tank.
• Directs and leads mourners to and from rooms or chapels where services and visitations are being held.
• Assists mourners as they enter and exit limousines, funeral vehicles, or other forms of transportation.
• Oversees processions and assists with cemetery parking as needed.
• Acts as pallbearer when necessary.
• Assists with casket transport, setup, and final disposition.
• Assists with floral arrangement placements and removal.
• Provides complete and accurate paperwork as needed to the Funeral
• Maintains a safe driving record in accordance with Cedar Memorials’ insurance policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Keen social awareness and integrity.
• Excellent understanding of customer service.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to neatly arrange flowers at the funeral home and burial site.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license, including any special endorsement that may be necessary to operate vehicles used to transport caskets.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Driving
• Stooping
• Reaching
• Walking
• Bending
• Keyboarding
• Hearing
• Standing
• Talking
• Repetitive Motions
• Working in seasonal weather conditions