Dignified Cemetery Services is now hiring:

BURIAL VAULT DRIVER/LABORERS

Please call 603-738-3086

or email DCS06192016@GMAIL.COM

Dignified Cemetery Services is hiring Burial Vault Driver/Labors to set-up heavy concrete vaults at cemetery locations using special equipment for the job.

Applicants must be able to:

• Follow directions
• Work well with others
• Have a valid driver's license
• Present a neat appearance
• Read maps
• Load trucks
• Use forklifts
• Lift 75 lbs. or more
• Work outdoors for long periods of time
• Travel long distances in company trucks

www.dignifiedcemeteryservices.com

NThe Dolby, Blais & Segee/A.T. Hutchins Funeral Homes have immediate openings for two full-time funeral directors or experienced apprentices, serving the greater Portland area out of four locations.

Benefits include:

• Excellent health insurance
• Long and short-term disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance.

All insurances are 100% paid for.

A large part time attendant staff is in place for working visitations and night time transfers, and a full-time staffer is in place for cleaning of facilities and vehicles.

Salary will be negotiated based on value and experience.

Any interested candidates please email, call, or text Eric Segee at eric@dolbyblaissegee.com or 207-274-9202.

Gallant Funeral Home is a family-owned funeral home who is currently seeking compassionate and responsible people to assist with transferring decedents from the place of death. This position would be a perfect position for those who are retired and/or have a background as a first responder or people who are considering entering the funeral service field. The qualified candidates will possess a passion for helping others, high ethical and moral standards, compassion, excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, empathy, and the ability to lift a reasonable amount of weight. Due to the nature of our business, these positions require the candidate to have professional attire, live within a 30-minute radius of our location, have a clean and neat appearance, and to assist with transfers of decedents. The position is an on-call position, meaning calls can come in anytime of the day/night on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include:

- Assisting in the removal of the decedent from the place of death.

- Driving and caring for company vehicles.

- Assisting a Funeral Director with visiting hours and services.

- Assisting in setting up and taking down equipment for services.

Candidates must:

- Be able to pass a background check.

- Have a clean driving record.

- Be able to lift a reasonable amount of weight.

- Have a flexible schedule.

- Have a cell phone or way to be contacted.

- Have a neat and clean appearance.

A clean driving record is required. Applicants will be required to attain the appropriate state licensure upon hire which would be subject to a background check. The work we do is incredibly rewarding work. We are assisting families at the absolute worst time of their lives, and they are entrusting their loved ones to us. While it may be demanding at times, our team has a huge sense of pride for what we do. We look forward to receiving your application and meeting with you.

Interested candidates are asked to email us at cmcinnis@gallantfuneralhome.net or call at (207) 873-3393.

MFDA Sponsor, Milestone Funeral Partners has an incredible opportunity to join Milestone's executive team. 

Due to their rapid growth they are in need of a Controller. The right candidate is a dynamic finance and accounting professional who has a grasp on small business accounting, an understanding of private equity finance, and a desire to grow into a C-Suite position. 

 Email mmartel@milestonefuneralpartners.com for the complete job description.

Hope Memorial Chapel is looking for a full-time funeral director and embalmer to join our staff in Biddeford, ME. As a family-owned funeral home, we have provided professional, compassionate, and personalized services to our community for over 100 years. Key to our success is the way we empower and support our funeral directors so they can provide the best experience for our families:

•We partnered with Life Celebrations to offer custom props and experiences that are tailor-made to highlight and cherish the uniqueness of each individual we serve.

•Our funeral directors are paid a highly competitive salary that is not dependent on contract sales, pre-need commissions, or other arbitrary metrics. This way, they can spend their attention and energy focusing on accommodating the family’s needs rather than squeezing more sales.

•Our directors do not have to take calls or do removals at night unless they volunteer to. This keeps them fresh and alert in the morning for the families they serve.

•We encourage our directors to be creative and go the extra mile when personalizing services. And we put our money where our mouth is with a special fund dedicated to obtaining the tools and memorabilia necessary to create unforgettable experiences for families and guests alike.

Our funeral home has the largest facilities in the area with the ability to accommodate 3 funerals at once. We serve all religions and ethnicities. The new hire will be responsible primarily for making arrangements, embalming, dressing, casketing, and running funeral services. While we have a dedicated nighttime staff, some night hours may occasionally be required from the directors. We prioritize a good work ethic and the ability to work as a team when making hiring decisions.

The candidate should expect to start as soon as possible. Please submit resumes, cover letters, and questions to office@hopememorial.com. You can also call the funeral home at (207) 282-6300 if you have questions.

Compensation:

•Competitive salary based on experience

•Company paid medical insurance for the individual

•2 weeks of paid vacation with an additional week after the first year

•3% company matching in retirement plan

•Unlimited sick days

Bibber Memorial Chapel is a family owned, independent funeral home based in Kennebunk, Maine with offices in Alfred, Wells and Berwick, Maine.

We are looking to hire two funeral directors to join our awesome team. The successful candidates will be joining a team of professionals that focus on serving our families with compassion and a dedication of bringing each family’s wishes of personal customized services to fruition.

Bibber Memorial Chapel has an 84-year history of providing personalized services to its families, enjoys a strong reputation of being community-centered, and many of our employees have had long-term careers with us.

Bibber Memorial Chapel offers:

· Competitive salary based upon skills and experience

· SEP retirement plan

· Healthcare

· Clothing allowance

· Sharing of the on-call schedule

· Endeavors to balance work/life commitments

· Opportunities for professional growth

The communities we serve are located in southern Maine, 20 Minutes to Portland and an hour and a half to Boston, encompassing many coastal beaches and freshwater ponds, nearby nature preserves, and associated hiking trails. The area also hosts sporting events, the arts, and quality educational opportunities.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a close-knit team of dedicated professionals, we would like to talk with you!

Please send all confidential inquiries to Douglas R. Bibber dougb@bibberfuneral.com

Bibber Memorial Chapel

67 Summer St.

Kennebunk, ME 04043

207-985-2752

Funeral Director

Hobbs Funeral Home is seeking a licensed Funeral Director to join our highly skilled staff. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to be a part of a privately owned and operated 3rd generation funeral home & cremation service that has been dedicated to serving families since 1941.

Headquartered in South Portland, Maine our tag line reads: "A family caring for families", and we truly believe that is our calling. During a time of need, we believe everyone deserves the most caring service and attention to detail.

Hobbs Funeral Home is a company that is growing, dynamic, innovative, and focused completely on providing families with the highest quality funeral services. We offer growth potential, a professional and supportive work environment, and a competitive salary.

What is Required:

The funeral director is responsible for handling the final arrangements in a professional, caring manner consistent with the wishes of the family and the standards.

● Will handle all aspects of conducting funeral services, associated paperwork, meeting with families,

burials, ship/drive-outs, and pre-need sales.

● Must be licensed in or willing to obtain a Funeral Director's License in Maine.

● Will share in week and weekend on-call duties.

● Capable of embalming, dressing, Casketing, Cosmetics Etc.

● Ability to process the necessary paperwork/documentation (Example - Embalming report).

● Ability to lead/direct staff when necessary to perform a high-quality funeral.

● Evaluate premises before services and visiting hours.

● The Funeral Director in charge of the funeral service must help the family set up and ensure the family is taken care of during visiting hours.

● Monitor A/R Report- Responsible for follow-up with family.

● All Funeral Directors should be used to walking through the funeral home to make sure everything

looks neat and tidy, especially if we are slow, on a regular basis

● Maintain inventory (Prep Room, Showroom, etc.)

● Monitor prep room cleanliness - Each team cleans the prep room top to bottom on Wednesday when shift

changes.

● Make sure the prep room is compliant with the state.

● Able to perform body transfers. (Knowledge and physical ability)

● Strong customer service, compassion, and caring.

Salary:

Funeral Attendant – Position Opening

Burpee, Carpenter, and Hutchins Funeral Home in Rockland is currently seeking to add to their team with the position of a full-time Funeral Attendant. This position will provide the right applicant the opportunity to join a family-owned and operated funeral home with a long-standing reputation for exceptional service and commitment to the Mid-Coast Area.

Experience in the funeral industry is not required, on the job training will be provided for this dynamic position with a stimulating daily schedule. The right applicant must have good communication skills to engage in difficult conversations, be comfortable interacting in multiple challenging and sensitive settings (i.e. professional, medical, and public), have efficient time management skills, and be detailed oriented to assist the team daily as needed.

Primary duties will include:

• assisting with initial contact with families at the time of their loved one's passing
• facilitating the transfer of individuals into our care
• maintaining facilities and vehicle fleet
• setting up for services
• escorting families & coordinating parking
• maintaining a friendly, respectful attitude while offering assistance.

This position includes an on-call schedule that requires evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule. Applicants must also pass a background check, hold a valid Maine State Driver’s License, and be able to lift 100 pounds.

Burpee, Carpenter and Hutchins Funeral Home offer a competitive benefits package that includes an on-call stipend, cell phone stipend, employer-paid health, dental, and life insurances, SIMPLE I.R.A. plan, paid time off, and much more. If interested, please send resumes to janna@bchfh.com or call 207-594-4212 for more information (No walk-in inquiries please).

Licensed Funeral Director

Cote Funeral Home in Saco, a family owned funeral home since 1927, is offering a full time employment opportunity for a Licensed Funeral Director.

Cote Funeral Home has the reputation for the highest quality service. Established in 1927, our funeral home offers an opportunity to grow in every aspect of funeral service and be well respected and part of a growing community. The right candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Funeral Directing.

We require our employees to hold high standards of respect and integrity. Our team has an excellent attitude, strong work ethic and will value any new member to our team.

We offer an excellent salary and work/life balance to the right individual.

For more information, please email stacey@cotefuneralhome.com

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. 

Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work!

Provides customer service in all areas of helping client families following the loss of a loved one. Implements choices made by the families’ legal representatives regarding the final disposition of the body and memorialization of the individual. Interacts with the family to fulfill the death care needs of their loved one. Provides exemplary personalized and professional service. Fulfills the requirements as dictated by the licensing Board in the practicing state or province.

Funeral Director Job Responsibilities

• Arranges and conducts funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized and caring manner consistent with company policies and procedures
• Negotiates and enters into funeral contracts
• Handles contracts, legal documents, and collection of payments in accordance with company policies
• Ensures client families are informed of special recognition/services available for veterans and ensures the delivery of selected recognition/services
• Arranges for the interment or cremation of human remains
• Confirms authorization to proceed with the service arrangements
• Verifies identification of the deceased and authorization for embalming
• Cares for the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which may include: performing removals and transfers including lifting of deceased human remains; dressing and preparing caskets; coordinating and assisting with funeral services and visitations
• Supervises/assists in funeral services by: supervising the parking of cars; ushering; driving funeral vehicles; assisting at chapel and church services; assisting at the cemetery; delivering of flowers, caskets, urn, photos, and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; setting up and removal of chairs, and; participating at special functions
• Handles aftercare including the delivery of: documentation, stationery, information on insurance, health benefits and pension, and pre-arrangements for next of kin
• Ensures adherence to all professional, municipal, provincial/state, and federal licensing authority, regulations, and rules applicable to the provision of funeral services
• Prepares and accurately completes documents and online entries related to services, cremations, maintenance
• Promotes and maintain a safe and healthy work environment
• Retains heritage and grows market share through active involvement with community, religious and other organizations

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a degree training program at an accredited mortuary college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science as required by state/provincial law

Experience

• Apprentice, Funeral Director experience as required by state/provincial law
• 2 years of directly related experience preferred

Certification/Licenses

• Must meet all licensing requirements required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board
• Current state/province issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of religious and fraternal organizations customs
• Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office Suite required
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Ability to work weekends and evenings
• Detail oriented

For more information, please contact Kevin Simoneau at 207-576-6004 or kevin.simoneau@dignitymemorial.com

Plummer Funeral Home has been a family-owned funeral home since 1898. We are in Augusta, Maine, the capitol of Maine and are currently searching for a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our team.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Arranging services for at-need as well as pre-need

Removal of remains from place of death

Embalming and dressing deceased

Conducting visiting hours

Directing funeral masses

Attending burials

Setting up flowers

Lining up cars

Washing cars

Applicants must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work every other weekend.

We need a person who is organized, has a great attitude, is neat and clean in appearance, is willing to learn, and has a valid driver's license.

Full benefits package included paid time off, 401k plan, health insurance, and a medical care plan.

If interested, please forward resume to:

Mike Murphy

Plummer Funeral Home

16 Pleasant St, Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: (207) 622-9311

Jordan-Fernald Funeral Home in Hancock County Maine is currently seeking a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer. We are offering competitive benefits and salary.  This position has the following responsibilities:

• Provide goods and services to our families in a caring and professional manner
  
• Responsibility for arranging and directing funerals
  
• Compliance with company policies and local, state and government regulations regarding OSHA, FTC, MSDS, etc.
  
• Coordinate and manage with other entities, including but not limited to cemeteries, crematories, airlines or other funeral homes
  
• Represent the company in civic and professional organizations and other activities as directed
  

We have the following job requirements:

• Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer
  
• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record
  
• Ability to meet physical demands of lifting, pushing and pulling approximately 150 pounds
  
• Good organizational, communication and customer service skills
  
• Detail oriented , Self-starter with a Good Attitude
  
• Must be willing to work weekends and evenings
  
• Knowledge of EDRS,MS Word, Outlook and Excel, Windows DVD Maker
  

Please forward resume to lauri@jordanfernald.com