Responsible for the care, removal and transportation of deceased. Safely drives company owned vehicles. Driver responsibilities include lifting and/or assisting others in lifting deceased onto stretchers/gurneys and transporting them to funeral homes or airports. Drivers are also responsible for planning each route based on road and traffic conditions and following all driving laws and regulations.
Professional attire and appearance is required.
Must be able to conduct yourself in a professional and courteous manner, showing empathy and compassion under emotional circumstances.
Adhere to all laws and regulations pertaining to the care of descended / human remains.
A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with no traffic violations is required. This is a 100% on call position. There is no set schedule, you can request days, evenings or night shifts however it is on call during those shifts. The pay is also contractural per transport, paid every week on Fridays.
Responsibilities and Skills
- A polite and professional disposition
- Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations and emotional situations
- Safely drives company owned professional vehicles to perform “first call” removals of deceased in accordance with local and state laws as well as company policies and procedures
- Follows processes for chain-of-custody, paperwork, and deceased identification
- Cooperates with first responders, Coroner, hospital staff, or Senior Living facility and accommodate their processes and procedures
- For home removals, courteously and professionally interacts with bereaved family members; exhibits sensitivity to environment; minimizes conversation. Follows company procedures in removing soiled garments, bedding, or other materials; leaves a warm and courteous first impression
- Enters deceased event information into proprietary documents according to company procedures
- Transports caskets to airports, care centers, or funeral homes; assists with moving caskets
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Licenses:
- Current state/province issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Experience
- At least one (1) year work experience as a courier, driver; with direct customer interaction strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability work schedule to support business needs including weekends and nights
- Ability to work on-call weekends, nights and holidays rotation
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; push/pull up to 200 pounds
- Ability to drive in hazardous, heavy traffic, and weather conditions
- Basic computer skills required
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $1,000.00 - $2,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
Supplemental Pay:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
