Position: Funeral Director—Embalmer
Location: Cottage Grove & Eugene, Oregon
Company Overview:
Join our family-owned firm with two locations, Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel / Fir Grove Cemetery in Cottage Grove and Sunset Hills Funeral Home Crematorium & Cemetery in Eugene, Oregon. We are an independent, full-service funeral home, crematory, and cemetery combination, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and professionalism. Our dynamic organization strives to create a work/life balance for our employees, while giving the best care to everyone we interact with.
Role Summary:
We are seeking an Oregon licensed Funeral Service Practitioner—Embalmer, or an Apprentice Funeral Service Practitioner – Embalmer to be primarily based out of our Cottage Grove location but should expect to also work at our Eugene facility. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset. A passion for serving families with care and professionalism is essential. Expect to be on-call one weekend, every 4-5 weeks based on staffing levels, with an average of just three nights on-call over a two-week pay period. We have a First-Call team to assist with after-hours removals.
Qualifications:
Oregon combination FSP/Embalmer license or the ability to reciprocate a license from another state.
Graduate of an accredited mortuary school program. Recent graduates seeking to complete their apprenticeships are
welcome to apply (compensation adjusted based on experience).
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to lift/push/pull 85+ pounds.
Proficiency in computer skills (MS-Office) is required.
Cemetery and/or crematory skills are beneficial, or a willingness to learn.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base wage, plus additional compensation for nights on-call/first-calls.
Health insurance, paid time off (vacation), and matching retirement plan.
Paid Holidays.
Work Schedule:
Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
Overtime and weekend availability required.
Experience & License/Certification:
1 year or more of Funeral Directing experience (Preferred).
A valid Oregon Funeral Service Practitioner-Embalmer License is required, or the applicant must be able to obtain one upon completion of an apprenticeship.
Work Location:
In-person at our Cottage Grove and Eugene locations.
Application Instructions: If you meet the qualifications and are ready to bring your dedication and expertise to our team, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to provide exceptional service to our community.
