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Northstar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Funeral Director or Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Funeral Director or Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Funeral Director or Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Waipahu, HI · On-site

$18.50 - $20/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... standards in a manner that honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Licensed Embalmer.

Northstar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Waipahu, HI · On-site

$18.50 - $20/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... standards in a manner that honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Licensed Embalmer.

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Waipahu, HI · On-site

$18.50 - $20/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... standards in a manner that honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Licensed Embalmer.

Northstar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Oakland, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... honors the deceased. * Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained throughout the preparation ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Oakland, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... honors the deceased. * Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained throughout the preparation ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Oakland, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

United by a common desire to serve, Funeral Directors and Embalmers at NorthStar share a pride in ... honors the deceased. * Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained throughout the preparation ...

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How much do funeral honors jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for funeral honors in the United States is $53,857.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a funeral honors?

A Funeral Honors job involves providing military funeral honors for deceased veterans, typically as part of an honor guard. Duties include folding and presenting the American flag, playing Taps, and performing a rifle salute if required. These honors recognize the service and sacrifice of military personnel. The role is usually fulfilled by active-duty service members, reservists, or trained volunteers.

What does a typical day look like for someone in the funeral honors role?

A typical day for someone in the Funeral Honors role often involves preparing for and participating in military funeral ceremonies, which includes rehearsing honor guard movements and maintaining ceremonial uniforms and equipment. Team members work closely together to ensure all aspects of the service are performed flawlessly and according to established protocols. In addition to performing honors, the role may involve coordinating with funeral directors, families, and other service members to plan details and logistics. The work environment is usually respectful and somber, requiring attention to detail and empathy at all times. The sense of teamwork and shared purpose in paying tribute to fallen service members can be both rewarding and emotionally demanding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the funeral honors position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the Funeral Honors role, individuals need a solid understanding of ceremonial procedures, basic military protocol, and attention to detail, often supported by military training or experience. Familiarity with audio/visual equipment, ceremonial uniforms, and flag presentation protocols is typically required. Compassion, professionalism, and the ability to remain composed during emotionally charged situations are vital soft skills. These qualities are crucial for ensuring ceremonies are conducted with respect, dignity, and precision for grieving families and the fallen.

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Infographic showing various Funeral Honors job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,857 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Funeral Director (Intern)

Fairmount Memorial Association

Spokane, WA • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Are you passionate about serving others with compassion and dignity during their time of loss? Pacific Northwest Cremation is offering an exciting opportunity for a Funeral Director Intern to join our team. This role is a blend of service, arrangement, and outreach, providing invaluable hands-on experience in the funeral services industry.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Delivery of goods, services, and cash advance items
  2. Obtaining demographics, certification, and death certificate orders
  3. Obtaining Flowers, Deli-trays, DVD memorials, other related goods
  4. Obtaining and coordinating of 3rd party services such as ministers, musicians, honors, and obituaries
  5. Conducts memorial, celebration, and funeral services as needed, operates funeral service related vehicles
  6. Officiate
  7. Administrative Duties
  8. Provide complete and clear instructions to offsite professional services staff, via fax, phone or email
  9. Answer telephones, take messages
  10. Write At-Need Contracts
  11. Process payments, insurance claims, other relevant compensation submittals
  12. Dispatches first-call removal staff during and after business hours as needed
  13. Returns message calls
  14. Notifies Prep Staff of embalming(s) that need to be completed
  15. Outreach Duties
  16. Attend and represent brand at events
  17. Network with industry influencers
  18. Relationship building
  19. Support sales and marketing teams with initiatives and campaigns
  20. Provide creative and professional guidance to community service and marketing
  21. Maintain a professional appearance
  22. Business casual attire (Office)
  23. (Casual to Formal based on Event or Service Type when in Attendance)
  24. Safe and Proper footwear
  25. No visible, tattoos or facial piercings
  26. A natural hair color
  27. Assist others within the organization of Fairmount
  28. Family Service, Community Service, Grounds
  29. Heritage Funeral Home & PNWC Locations
  30. Administrative Staff, Marketing & Sales Staffs
  31. Maintains ethical standards and confidentiality
  32. Light janitorial duties and maintains a clean and clear workstation
  33. Maintains an active role and involvement in community and civic affairs
  34. Performs other duties as assigned
  35. ** Job duties are subject to change as directed by the management.

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Possess general office skills, such as typing, filing, sending and receiving
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
  • Ability to function and excel in high volume, fast-paced environment
  • Cooperative, team player, detail-oriented and adaptable to change
  • Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Consistently and accurately present goods and services and related documents according to the FTC funeral rule and local or state regulations
  • Commitment to customer service and quality control
  • Efficient and dependable; punctual
  • Demonstrate commitment to safety

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds without assistance and 75 to 200 pounds with assistance, sit or stand for long periods of time, and withstand short periods of exposure to the elements. For an employee to succeed in this position they will need to be able to solicit information from bereaved individuals and families in a time of mourning while maintaining optimum levels of compassion and professionalism, multitask regularly, maintain records and service requests from multiple cases at once, work independently, do simple mathematic equations, adapt to changing schedules, and contribute to problem solving when needed. Fairmount Memorial Association/Community Cremation promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing.
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS: This position requires the frequent use of, and familiarization with, equipment such as Cots, Lowering & Lifting Devices, Funeral & Service Vehicles, Church Trucks, Casket Biers, Flower Stands, Electronic Sound & Video Systems, Computers, Facsimile & 6-line Phone System, Laminators, & Postage Meters.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires participation in a Funeral Director Internship program. Obtains at least minimum required continuing educations credits for each year of employment and program participation. Must become licensed as a Funeral Director within 5 years of internship program registration to remain in position. Valid state driver's license with insurable driving history required.
EMPLOYMENT AT WILL:
Employment with Fairmount Holdings, Inc. is at will, which means that either the employee or the employer is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without reason, advance notice, or warning.
No representative of this organization has the authority to change this at-will relationship except in a specific
written agreement declaring such intent and signed by the employee and:
o The President/CEO of Fairmount Holdings AND
o The Chairman of the Fairmount Memorial Association Board
Salary Description
Starting at 20 per hour

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