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Companions Service Assistant at Cedar Memorial

Cedar Memorial Cedar Rapids, IA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Companions for Life continues a tradition of serving our community with compassionate and professional cremation for beloved pets. With our dedicated facilities and staff, we are seeking to add a part-time Companions Service Assistant/Crematory Operator. This position works three evenings per week, totaling approximately 22 hours per week, along with a rotating Saturday schedule. Evening hours are 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.


Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Performing all aspects of the cremation process, with instruction and training provided.
  • Compassionate and professional pickup of deceased pets from veterinary clinics and family homes.
  • Delivery of cremated remains to veterinary clinics and family homes.
  • Data entry of all pets from pickup to return in our SRS software.
  • Restock supplies as needed. Including but not limited to cleaning supplies and chemical supplies.
  • Clean and maintain cremation areas and vehicles.
  • Various other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, possible overnight pickups.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Keen social awareness and integrity.
  • Excellent understanding of customer service.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Strong work ethic and trustworthiness.
  • Previous funeral or veterinary service is preferred but not required.
  • Team focused, must be able to work together for our common goal.




Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Must be insurable by Cedar Memorial's insurance provider.


Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of standing may be required.
  • Must be able to lift up to 70.
  • Driving
  • Stooping
  • Reaching
  • Walking
  • Bending
  • Keyboarding
  • Listening
  • Standing
  • Twisting
  • Repetitive Motions
  • Working in seasonal weather conditions


Compensation details: 15-16 Hourly Wage



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