Funeral Service Attendant
Job Description
Funeral Attendant – Central Maine
We are a well\-established, family\-owned funeral home group with four locations throughout Central Maine, seeking a dependable and compassionate Funeral Attendant to join our close\-knit team. This role is ideal for someone who is professional, service\-minded, and comfortable supporting families and funeral directors with dignity, care, and attention to detail.
Position Highlights
· Serve families across four modern facilities, all within a 25\-minute drive of one another
· Support a respected funeral home group with a combined annual call volume of 450\+
· Competitive hourly wage
· Paid on\-call availability
· Transfer stipends for eligible transfer work
· On\-call rotation
· Voted “Best Funeral Home” in Central Maine – 2025
· Housing availability
About the Role
Funeral Attendants play an important part in creating a calm, respectful, and organized experience for families. In this position, you will assist funeral directors with visitations, funeral and memorial services, graveside services, transfers, facility preparation, and other family\-focused needs.
Responsibilities
· Assist with visitations, funerals, memorial services, committals, and other services
· Prepare facilities before and after services, including seating, equipment, flowers, signage, and general appearance
· Greet and direct families, guests, clergy, and service participants with professionalism and compassion
· Assist with respectful transfers as needed, including after\-hours or on\-call transfer work
· Support funeral directors and staff with service logistics, vehicles, documentation, and other operational needs
· Maintain a neat, professional appearance and uphold the highest standards of dignity and care
Qualifications
· Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working with families during difficult moments
· Professional communication skills and strong attention to detail
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Availability for scheduled services, occasional evenings, weekends, and on\-call rotation
· Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred
· Ability to assist with physical aspects of the role, including lifting and moving with proper assistance and equipment
· Prior funeral home, healthcare, public safety, service, or caregiving experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person
Compensation and Schedule
This position includes paid on\-call availability and transfer stipends with a rotating four\-week on\-call schedule.
Why Join Us?
You will be joining a trusted, family\-owned organization that values teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate service. Our staff takes pride in serving Central Maine families with care, respect, and attention to every detail.
**To apply:** Please submit your resume or letter of interest. We welcome applicants who are compassionate, reliable, and committed to helping families when it matters most.
Eamil: Danny Hatt – [email protected] \& Brock Thomas – [email protected]
Work Location: In person
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