Embalmer Apprentice

Service Corporation International

Sandy Springs, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Software, Datasheets, Driver's License, Federal Laws and Regulations, Hair Styling, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Internet Search, License Management, Licensing, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving Skills, Provincial Laws and Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Training Program
LOCATION
Sandy Springs, GA
POSTED
23 days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Learns to care for the remains of the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks. Fulfills the requirements as dictated by the licensing board in the practicing state or province. Works under the supervision of a licensed embalmer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics and; any other preparation required for human remains.
  • Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations
  • Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility
  • Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills
  • Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets
  • Assists with chemical and supply inventory
  • Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies
  • Promotes a safe work environment be being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of or currently enrolled in a diploma training program at a recognized college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science
  • Graduation pending from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Licenses

  • Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board
  • Current state/province issued driver's license

Experience

  • None required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Acceptable driving record
  • Ability to lift over 75 pounds
  • Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required
  • High level of compassion and integrity
  • Good communication skills
  • Problem solving skills

Postal Code: 30328

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-GA - Sandy Springs

About the Company

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Service Corporation International

We're more than North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters who are devoted to the communities where we live and work. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals who provide caring assistance to families in need, honor veterans and public servants and deliver lifesaving programs to help keep children and seniors safe. We operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. We believe creating meaningful ways to pay tribute to a loved one begins with compassion and is shaped by the understanding that each life is truly unique. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one's life.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Health Care and Social Assistance
FOUNDED
1962