Company
funeral home and cremation
Préposé(e)auxServices–Syndiqué|FuneralAttendantUnion
“Préposé(e) aux Services – Syndiqué | Funeral Attendant - Union. Skills: customer service, communication, problem solving, compassion, integrity. assisting with all funeral home and cremation related duties. meeting the general public”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving skills
Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions, Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required, Professional Dress is required when in contact with families, Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up to 6 hours per day, Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day, Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently, Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 pounds), Ability to push/pull up to 90 kg (200 pounds), Physical effort requiring manual dexterity, Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises, Working in the evening, on weekends and holidays, Attendance at monthly staff meeting is expected
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Equivalent of a high school diploma and completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school specializing in funeral service or equivalent experience, High level of compassion and integrity, Good communication skills, Problem solving skills, Professional and team player
Nice to Have
Previous customer service and/or sales experience would be a definite asset, Knowledge of computers and some software would be an asset, or willingness to learn, Funeral industry experience would also be a plus
What You'll Do.
assisting with all funeral home and cremation related duties
meeting the general public
providing information on funeral and cremation information and other related topics
answering phones courteously and in a polite manner
memorial and other services or ceremonies as requested by funeral home clients and management
preparation for funeral services
setting up and delivery of flowers
photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families
setting of chairs and the removal
proper care and storage of any of these items
preparation of any documents related to services
respectful preparation of remains of deceased
including dressing and lifting deceased
or operation of crematory
wash and clean all funeral home vehicles and other client vehicles
run errands such as for floral delivery
picking up of supplies
fulfilling any transportation requirements
drive Funeral Home vehicles for services and picking up families
ensure refreshments are available
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Professional and team player
Communication Scope
Good communication skills
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