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Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary

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Service Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary is currently seeking a Service Director to join their team in Los Angeles, California. The Service Director works closely with Funeral Directors and other mortuary ...

Bliley's

Funeral Service Apprentice

Richmond, VA

Must have a mortuary science degree or be in the final semester of completing one. * Must have career ambitions for becoming a licensed funeral director. * Must possess excellent communication and ...

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How much do a mortuary jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for a mortuary in the United States is $53,170.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $58,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Mortuary vs Funeral Director?

AspectA MortuaryFuneral Director
CredentialsMortuary science degree, embalmer licenseMortuary science degree, funeral director license
Work EnvironmentFuneral homes, embalming labsFuneral homes, client consultations
Employer & IndustryFuneral service providers, mortuariesFuneral homes, cemeteries

Both A Mortuary and Funeral Director roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry. A Mortuary typically refers to the facility or the role focused on embalming and preparing bodies, while a Funeral Director manages client arrangements and funeral services. The two roles are closely related and often overlap in funeral service settings.

How many years does it take to become a mortuary?

Becoming a mortuary professional typically requires completing a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by an accredited mortuary science program which usually takes 2 years. Additionally, licensure or certification is often required, involving passing a state exam and completing a certain number of internship hours.

What qualifications are needed to work in a mortuary?

To work in a mortuary, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, and many roles require post-secondary education such as an associate's or bachelor's degree in mortuary science or funeral service. Certification or licensure from relevant state or national boards is often required, along with skills in embalming, anatomy, and customer service.
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Infographic showing various A Mortuary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,170 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Funeral Service Apprentice

Joseph W Bliley Co

Richmond, VA • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary
Description
For more than a century, Bliley's Funeral Homes & Cremation Center has stood for service, trust, and professionalism. As we continue to grow, joining our team means being part of a legacy of care and a culture where every associate contributes to the experience families remember. We seek individuals who hold themselves to a high standard and find meaning in helping others.
Summary of Job Function:
At Bliley's, our mission is to "guide our community through grief with ritual, education, and compassion" - and training the next generation of licensed funeral directors is a key component of that philosophy. The Funeral Service Apprentice at Bliley's supports licensed funeral professionals across the organization while gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of funeral service. This role includes opportunities to assist with embalming, funeral arranging, and funeral direction, as well as the transportation of deceased persons, maintenance of fleet and facilities, running errands, and actively promoting Bliley's in the community. Apprentices work under supervision of licensed funeral professionals to fulfill state licensure requirements and develop the skills necessary to become a licensed Funeral Director.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Central Services Manager as needed, including transporting deceased persons, answering phone calls, and running company errands.
  • Serve as a Funeral Director Assistant when needed, assisting licensed funeral directors with conducting ceremonies, transporting flowers, directing parking and processions, and driving hearses.
  • Assist licensed funeral directors in the Care Center to provide all aspects of decedent care, including embalming, dressing, presentation, and maintaining a clean environment.
  • Assist licensed funeral directors with all aspects of funeral arranging, including conferences, death certificates, obituaries, receptions, celebrants, venues, escorts, military honors, ceremony planning, etc.
  • Assist licensed funeral directors with all aspects of funeral services, including visitations, church ceremonies, funeral home ceremonies, cemetery ceremonies, processions, etc.
  • Assist Fleet & Facilities Manager with maintenance of fleet and facilities.
  • Complete all necessary licensing requirements, including 2000 hours, 25 embalmings, and 25 family interactions.
  • Actively promote Bliley's Funeral Homes and Cremation Center in the community.

Requirements
  • Must have a mortuary science degree or be in the final semester of completing one.
  • Must have career ambitions for becoming a licensed funeral director.
  • Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work compassionately with families and associates of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.
  • Significant carrying, pushing and/or pulling and frequent lifting of objects weighing 25-75 pounds along with the ability for job related lifting of 75-125 pounds.
  • Significant ability to work independently.
  • Ability to multitask within job requirements.
  • Must be detail-oriented.

Salary Description
$17 / hour

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