The Removal technician is responsible for the care, removal, and transport of human remains in accordance with all state, local, and company policies and procedures.
Specific Responsibilities
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 350 pounds or more with a partner.
- Performs removals of deceased from hospital, nursing home, or residence to transport to, mortuary or funeral home. May perform removals from prep rooms or embalming facilities as well.
- Care for the deceased in a respectful manner.
- Adhere to all professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing, and/or authority regulations.
- Keep and maintain a log of all deceased in their care as well as those transferred from our care.
- Promote a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct.
- Maintains and ensures removal vehicle is clean inside and out and is properly maintained.
- Maintains adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment in removal vehicles.
- This job is Non-exempt.
Experience and Educational Requirements
- High School or GED equivalent Experience
- Minimum of six (6) months' work experience in funeral care
- Valid Driver's License with a Clean Driving Record
- Knowledge of computers and some software would be an asset, or willingness to learn
- Above average communication skills
- High level of compassion and integrity
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to multi-task and set priorities
- Detail oriented
- Professional and team player