Funeral Director Apprentice

As a Funeral Director Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced funeral directors to learn the art and responsibility of caring for families during life's most meaningful moments. This apprenticeship is designed to build your skills in transfer and community care. This is a great opportunity to work towards a Wisconsin Funeral Director License, or just get your foot in the door of Funeral Service. You'll gain hands-on experience across every part of the profession — from meeting with families to coordinating services to understanding the operational side of a funeral home — all backed by the mentorship and structure of an organization that's been honoring lives for over a century. Vertin associates are never alone in this work; you'll be supported by a team that shares your commitment to serving others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Handle the removal, care, and transport of a decedent with professionalism and integrity. Provide transportation to various surrounding communities. Safely drive company-owned vehicles to perform first-call transfers of a decedent, following local and state protocols, policies, and procedures. Interact professionally and courteously with bereaved family members when performing transfers. Keep company vehicles clean and well maintained. Follow company dress code. Requirements Must be available for On-call rotations Professional appearance Age 18 or older Strong Customer Service Skills Ability to lift/move 100+ lbs Must obtain and complete the 16-hour funeral director apprenticeship course Benefits This is an at-need role and must have the ability to be on call 3-4 nights/week. Vertin Co