Copy of Funeral Home Transportation Specialist

The Transportation Specialist is responsible for the professional, safe, and compassionate transportation of decedents from residences, medical facilities, and other locations. This role requires a high level of integrity, attention to detail, physical capability, and the ability to interact respectfully with grieving families. The Removal Specialist plays a vital role in representing the organization and ensuring each removal is handled with dignity and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to respond to removal calls in accordance with organizational protocols.
• Maintain compliance with all driving requirements, including holding a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Obtain and maintain approval from SNFC to drive company vehicles.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Perform removals after regular business hours with reliability and professionalism.
• Learn and apply proper cot-use techniques to ensure safe and secure transport.
• Lift, maneuver, and transport up to 50 lbs. independently and safely.
• Use appropriate, compassionate language when communicating with family members during a removal.
• Follow all safety, documentation, and procedural requirements as set by the organization.
• Represent the company with professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail at all times.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to meet all company driving standards and obtain SNFC driving approval.
• Willingness to work rotating on-call night shifts and perform after-hours removals. (Hours will be less than 30 hours per week)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to speak respectfully and appropriately in sensitive situations.
• Ability to learn and follow procedures, including proper cot usage and removal protocols.
• Professional, reliable, and compassionate demeanor.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to lift and transport at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards