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Funeral Attendant
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What they do
A Funeral Assistant or Attendant performs a variety of tasks during funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service, arranging floral offerings or lights around casket, directing or escorting mourners, closing casket, and issuing and storing funeral equipment.
$35,349 / year median in New Mexico
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Not Available Funeral Attendant
Riverside Funeral Home
Occupation:
Funeral Attendants
Location:
Albuquerque, NM - 87115
Job Type:
Part Time (Less than 30 Hours)
Posted:
09/03/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
Foundation Partners Group, LLC
Web Site:
foundationpartners.com
Job #: 26-2172
Job Requirements and Properties
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Full Time Schedule
Part Time
Job Description
Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The Funeral Attendant will set up and assist with viewings, funeral services, memorial services, transfer of remains from the place of death to the funeral home, and other tasks associated with funeral and memorial services as assigned by management.
Overview & Responsibilities:
- Assists the funeral director with a variety of tasks during funerals and visitations to ensure that services run smoothly
- Maintains a friendly attitude while offering assistance and guidance to all persons entering the location
- Assists in the movement of the casketed deceased and other related items in and out of visitation area funeral home chapel, church, or other places of service
- Drives the hearse, family limousine, or other vehicles in the funeral cortege and other funeral related activities Additional Information
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Requirements & Qualifications:
- Caring, empathetic, and committed to providing best-in-class service to customers
- Availability to work weekends, evenings, and days on an on-call basis as needed
- Strong communication skills and high levels of compassion and integrity
- Detail-oriented with a positive attitude and a team player
- Ability to lift 75lbs safely
- Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record #ENT2023