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Join a Trusted Legacy of Care at RSR Family Holdings Ltd. We are seeking a compassionate, service-oriented, and professional licensed Funeral Director to join our team at Kearney Funeral Services (Metro Vancouver) . This opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong organizational and interpersonal skills, a commitment to excellence and compliance, and a dedication to guiding families with dignity, empathy, and professionalism in a supportive, team-based environment.

Company Overview:

RSR Family Holdings Ltd. operates several trusted brands and service centres, including Kearney Funeral Services, Kearney Burquitlam Funeral Home, Affordable Cremation & Burial, Earth’s Option Cremation & Burial Services, the Burquitlam Transfer Centre, and the Care Centre, along with West Shore Crematorium and Fraser Valley Crematorium. Together, we are one of Canada’s premier independent, family-run funeral service providers, serving families across the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island with care and compassion for over 118 years. While our focus is on supporting families during difficult times, our success is driven by our people.

You’ll find us at:

www.kearneyfs.com/about-us/careers | www.burquitlamfuneralhome.ca | www.affordablecremationandburial.ca

About Us:

RSR Family Holdings Ltd. is a mission- and values-driven organization with a shared purpose: helping families and communities heal from loss. Our core values guide our commitment to excellence in funeral care and shape how we work every day:

• Honesty & Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
• Relationship Builders: We foster strong, meaningful relationships.
• Perseverance & Grit: We stay committed and resilient through challenges.
• Caring & Compassionate: We lead with empathy and care for others.
• Upbeat & Fun: We bring positivity and create an encouraging environment.
• Structured & Organized: We stay organized to deliver consistent service excellence.
• Creative & Agile: We adapt, innovate, and respond effectively to change.

If these values resonate with you, and you are looking to learn, grow, and contribute within a team that inspires, shares knowledge, and genuinely cares, you may be a great fit for our organization.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a licensed Funeral Director who delivers consistently high standards of care and supports every family with dignity, compassion, and respect. The successful candidate will bring strong professional competency, sound judgment, and close attention to detail, and will work effectively with funeral home leadership and team members to ensure services and arrangements are completed accurately, professionally, and on schedule. A calm, respectful demeanor and the ability to remain composed in a fast-paced, sensitive environment are essential.

The Funeral Director position requires a high level of compassion and a caring individuals who enjoys helping others.

We are looking for individuals with excellent communication skills, who enjoy working with and helping people. The ideal candidate will be very organized, have a high sense of urgency, the ability to multitask with a pleasant demeanor. Must be proficient in English both spoken and verbal (other languages an asset) and be able to perform physical requirements of the job.

Total Rewards & Benefits:

We recognize that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we demonstrate our commitment to employee wellbeing, development, and long-term success through a supportive culture and a comprehensive package.

This is a full-time salaried position, scheduled for 40 hours per week, offering a base salary range of $60,000 to $75,000 annually, a quarterly bonus potential, and eligibility for a comprehensive benefit package paid by the employer, including:

• Extended health care, including vision care
• Dental coverage
• Travel insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability (LTD) tax-free benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teladoc (virtual healthcare access)
• Wellness Spending Account
• Company RRSP matching program
• Continuing education support

The Company encourages employees to continue developing their knowledge and skills and may, in certain circumstances, cover part or all of the cost of relevant courses or seminars.

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:

· Have experience in all types of Funeral related services (Arranging, coordinating of services held in Chapel, Church, Memorial, Visitation, Reception/Catered events, Burial, Cremation, Entombment, Minimum Cremation needs)

· Excellent verbal and written communication in English; other languages are an asset.

· Be empathetic

· Be organized with the ability to manage time efficiently yet effectively

· Be able to complete the physical demands of the job

· Be dedicated, caring and service driven

· Have a good demeanor and professional outlook

· Be an excellent communicator and team player

· Hold themselves to a high standard of service

· Build excellent relationships with families and within the community

· Be a team player who leads by example, and challenges others to better fulfill their roles

· Have a positive attitude and truly loves our profession

· Be a leader and encourage Apprentice Funeral Directors to reach their full potentials in their roles as Funeral Service Professionals

· Have a flexible schedule which may include evening and weekends

· Have a Class 5 drivers license with a clean driving record

For candidates who embody these attributes, this position has the potential for further advancement within the company.

Compensation (including bonuses and benefits) is competitive and will be tailored to match the qualification and skill of the individual applicant.

A BC Funeral Directors license is preferred, however for the right candidate, we will facilitate licensing transfer requirements.

Candidates will need to already possess the legal ability to work in Canada.

• We thank you for your application. Candidates shortlisted for the role will be contacted shortly. Thank you for considering Kearney Funeral Services as a future employer, and for your consideration in joining a great team.