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Fairmount Holdings Inc

Licensed Embalmer

Spokane, WA · On-site

$28/hr

This position is a Full time Licensed Embalmer position focusing on the operations of the prep-room. It is intended to fill the need related to cases needing prep (minimal prep, feature-set, dressing ...

Golden Gate Funeral Home

Licensed Embalmer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

We are seeking a highly professional, compassionate, and detail oriented Licensed Embalmer to join our team. This role is responsible for the preparation, preservation, and presentation of our ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Boise, ID · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Valid Embalmer's license - Valid Funeral Director's License highly preferred. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record; and * High degree of overall ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Boise, ID

$25 - $30/hr

Valid Embalmer's license - Valid Funeral Director's License highly preferred. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record; and * High degree of overall ...

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Embalmer

Los Angeles, CA

$72K - $93K/yr

Education · AS Mortuary Science · California Embalmer's License Experience · Must be a licensed embalmer in the state of California. Knowledge · California state laws and regulations: · CA Code ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Indian Trail, NC

$28.85 - $31/hr

Valid Embalmer's license - Valid Funeral Director's License highly preferred. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record; and * Attention to detail is ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Boise, ID

$25 - $30/hr

Embalmer (Mortician) At Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier ... Valid Embalmers license - Valid Funeral Directors License highly preferred. * Valid state issued ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Indian Trail, NC

$28.85 - $31/hr

Embalmer At Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences ... Valid Embalmers license - Valid Funeral Directors License highly preferred. * Valid state issued ...

Carriage Services

Embalmer

Indian Trail, NC · On-site

$28.85 - $31/hr

Valid Embalmer's license - Valid Funeral Director's License highly preferred. * Valid state issued driver's license in good standing and acceptable driving record; and * Attention to detail is ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Waipahu, HI

$18.50 - $20/hr

... Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and regulations. * Preparing complete and accurate documents related to ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and * regulations * Preparing complete and accurate documents related to ...

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Embalmer -2nd Shift

Beverly Hills, CA

$32 - $38/hr

Education · AS Mortuary Science · California Embalmer's License Experience · Must be a licensed embalmer in the state of California. Knowledge · California state laws and regulations: · CA Code ...

Northstar Memorial Group

Embalmer Apprentice

Waipahu, HI

$18.50 - $20/hr

... Licensed Embalmer. * Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and regulations. * Preparing complete and accurate documents related to ...

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How much do licensed embalmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for licensed embalmer in the United States is $23.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a licensed embalmer?

A Licensed Embalmer is a professional responsible for preparing deceased individuals for burial or cremation. They use embalming techniques to preserve the body, apply restorative art to enhance appearance, and ensure proper sanitation. Embalmers typically work in funeral homes, mortuaries, or medical facilities and must follow health regulations and ethical guidelines. This role requires formal training, licensure, and strong attention to detail to provide respectful care for the deceased and support grieving families.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a licensed embalmer?

To thrive as a Licensed Embalmer, you must have in-depth knowledge of embalming techniques, human anatomy, and health regulations, complemented by state licensure and completion of an accredited mortuary science program. Familiarity with embalming instruments, chemicals, personal protective equipment, and compliance with OSHA standards is essential. Compassion, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills differentiate top professionals in this sensitive role. These skills ensure the respectful care of the deceased and provide critical support to grieving families, while upholding safety and legal standards.

What does a licensed embalmer do?

A typical day for a Licensed Embalmer involves preparing and preserving bodies according to legal and ethical standards, which includes performing embalming procedures, restorative art, and cosmetic work. Embalmers often work closely with funeral directors, handling required documentation and occasionally meeting with families to discuss specific arrangements. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe work environment and sometimes responding to after-hours calls. Many embalmers also assist in general funeral home operations, which offers valuable exposure to a wide range of responsibilities and potential career advancement within the field.

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Infographic showing various Licensed Embalmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,875 per year, or $24 per hour.

Licensed Embalmer

Fairmount Memorial Association

Spokane, WA • On-site

$28/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is a Full time Licensed Embalmer position focusing on the operations of the prep-room. It is intended to fill the need related to cases needing prep (minimal prep, feature-set, dressing, casketing, cosmetics, hair, embalming, autopsy repair, etc.) The Licensed Embalmer will uphold an embalmers license in the state of Washington at all times of employment. The detailed description of this position includes, but is not limited to, the following:
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain ethical standards and confidentiality
2. Maintain a professional appearance
  • business attire
  • Proper Personal Protective outfits for the prep room.
  • Proper footwear (no open-toed shoes)
  • No facial piercings, no visible tattoos while around families
  • Natural hair color, or coloring

3. Embalming, and other Preparation
  • Accountable for upholding a high standard of presentation (Embalming)
  • Set-features
  • Embalms human remains, multi-point if necessary
  • Repair after autopsy (cranial & Y-incision), bone and tissue donation
  • Restoration as needed
  • Required to complete a thorough embalming report of each prepped case
  • Prepares human remains for viewing if requested (dressing, casketing, cosmetics, hair)

4. Inventory
  • Responsible for keeping track of inventory used while prepping
  • Relays need to order supplies for prep area to Prep & Receiving Supervisor

5. Light janitorial duties and maintains a clean and clear work station
  • Prep Room

6. Removals and On-Call Phone answering
  • Do daytime removals
  • Returns messages/calls in a timely manner after hours
  • On call rotation for emergency prep work

7. Maintains active, positive role and involvement in community and civic affairs
8. Performs other duties as assigned. Job duties are subject to change as directed by management
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Ability to function and excel in high volume, fast pace environment
  • Cooperative, team player, detail-oriented and adaptable to change
  • Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction & quality preparation
  • Efficient and dependable; punctual
  • Demonstrate commitment to safety
  • Possess general office skills, such as writing, recordkeeping, and filing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds without assistance and 75 to 200 pounds with assistance, sit or stand for long periods of time. For an employee to succeed in this position they will need to be able to work independently, and uphold a professional commitment 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/Heritage Funeral Home promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing, as well as random drug-testing once employed.
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS:
This position requires the frequent use of, and familiarization with, equipment such as Cots, Lowering & Lifting Devices, Examination & Preparation Tables, Embalming machine, and other embalming related instruments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a minimum of 2 years work experience as a fully-licensed embalmer. Individual will be required to uphold a Washington State Embalmers License while employed. Individual will be responsible for obtaining the required continuing educations credits (as required for licensure), as well as maintaining records associated with licensure.
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
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