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Palms West Funeral Home

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Funeral Home Assistant / General Services

Royal Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Funeral Home Assistant Palms West Funeral Home is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and ... Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. * Ability to work independently and as part ...

Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Homes and Crematorium

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Licensed Funeral Director

Holiday, FL · On-site

Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Homes & Crematory (Independently owned and operated) is seeking a ... Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record - No visible tattoos or piercings We are ...

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How much do funeral home driver jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for funeral home driver in Florida is $39,734.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26,900.00 and $43,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a funeral home driver?

A Funeral Home Driver is responsible for transporting the deceased, family members, and funeral staff safely between locations such as funeral homes, cemeteries, and residences. They may also assist with loading and unloading caskets, maintaining the funeral vehicle, and ensuring a professional and respectful atmosphere. Strong driving skills, compassion, and discretion are essential for this role.

What does a typical workday look like for a funeral home driver?

A typical day for a Funeral Home Driver involves transporting the deceased from various locations, such as hospitals or residences, to the funeral home or cemetery, and coordinating schedules to ensure timely arrivals for services. The role also includes preparing and maintaining the vehicle, assisting funeral directors and staff with logistical support, and addressing any last-minute needs during services. You may be required to interact with grieving families or the public, so professionalism and compassion are essential throughout your duties. Teamwork is common, as you’ll often collaborate closely with funeral home staff to uphold the highest standards of care and respect.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a funeral home driver?

A Funeral Home Driver should possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, knowledge of local routes, and the ability to handle a specialized vehicle with care and respect. Familiarity with hearses and proper loading procedures, as well as adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines, is typically required. Compassion, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail are important soft skills in this role. These qualities ensure respectful, smooth transport services for grieving families while maintaining the solemnity and dignity of funeral proceedings.

What does a funeral home driver do?

A funeral home driver is responsible for transporting deceased individuals from the place of death to the funeral home, cemetery, or crematorium. They operate vehicles such as hearses and limousines, often requiring a valid driver's license and knowledge of safety protocols. The role may also involve assisting with loading and unloading caskets and maintaining vehicle cleanliness.

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Infographic showing various Funeral Home Driver job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,734 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Funeral Home Assistant / General Services

Palms West Funeral Home

Royal Palm Beach, FL • On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist funeral directors with the preparation, dressing, casketing, and positioning of deceased individuals.

  • Assist with crematory-related duties, removal, transportation, and transfer of deceased individuals.

  • Perform general building, grounds, and facility maintenance, including cleaning and setting up funeral service areas.

Job description

Funeral Home Assistant

Palms West Funeral Home is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and professional individual to join our team as a Funeral Home Assistant. This is a hands-on position supporting our funeral directors, crematory operations, removal services, facility maintenance, and daily funeral home operations.

We are looking for someone who is respectful, reliable, able to work comfortably around deceased individuals, and committed to providing families with the highest level of dignity and care.

Responsibilities

  • Assist funeral directors with the preparation, dressing, casketing, and positioning of deceased individuals, as directed and permitted by applicable law.
  • Assist the crematory operator with crematory-related duties and general operations, as permitted by law and company policy.
  • Assist with the removal and transportation of deceased individuals from hospitals, nursing homes, hospice facilities, residences, and other locations.
  • Assist with transferring deceased individuals to and from funeral home vehicles, preparation areas, refrigeration, crematory, and other designated areas.
  • Perform general building, grounds, and facility maintenance.
  • Clean and maintain funeral home vehicles, equipment, preparation areas, crematory areas, and other facilities.
  • Assist with setting up and breaking down chapels and visitation areas for funerals, memorial services, and visitations.
  • Move and arrange caskets, flowers, chairs, equipment, and other funeral service materials.
  • Assist funeral directors and staff during funeral and memorial services as needed.
  • Follow established procedures for sanitation, infection control, workplace safety, and the respectful handling of deceased individuals.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding deceased individuals and the families we serve.
  • Perform other funeral home and maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Dependable, punctual, professional, and respectful.
  • Comfortable working with and around deceased individuals.
  • Compassionate and able to maintain professionalism when working around grieving families.
  • Able to perform physical duties, including standing, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting with assistance and/or appropriate equipment.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to perform a variety of duties, from funeral service assistance to cleaning and general maintenance.
  • Previous funeral home, removal service, maintenance, healthcare, or related experience is preferred but not required.
  • Training will be provided for appropriate job duties.

Schedule

This position requires flexibility. Because of the nature of funeral service, applicants should be willing to work varying hours, including some evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods as needed.

About Palms West Funeral Home

At Palms West Funeral Home, we understand the importance of treating every family and every deceased individual with dignity, compassion, and respect. The person selected for this position will be an important part of the team that helps us provide professional and caring service to the families we serve.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and relevant work experience for consideration.

Palms West Funeral Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.