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Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Battle Creek, Michigan

Perform various tasks to arrange and direct individual funeral services, such as coordinating transportation of body to mortuary, interviewing family or other authorized person to arrange details, selecting pallbearers, aiding with the selection of officials for religious rites, and providing transportation for mourners.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers on average make:
$62,400 ($30.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
16
and by 2029 that number is projected to:
increase to 17.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
2 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a associate’s degree.

The typical training needed after hire is:
apprenticeship.

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Other Job Titles

Arranger, Certified Mortician, Embalmer, Funeral Arrangement Director, Funeral Arranger, Funeral Counselor, Funeral Director, Funeral Family Service Assistant, Funeral Location Manager, Funeral Planner

Technology/Skills

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Salesforce software

Tools Used

Adult trocars, Air brushes, Aneurysm needles, Angular forceps, Arm and hand positioners, Axillary drain tubes, Barber scissors, Bistoury knives, Blending brushes, Body bags

Tasks

  • Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services.
  • Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits.
  • Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died.
  • Contact cemeteries to schedule the opening and closing of graves.
  • Provide information on funeral service options, products, or merchandise, and maintain a casket display area.

Personality

Concern for Others, Integrity, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Initiative, Cooperation, Leadership, Stress Tolerance, Self-Control, Independence

Certifications, Licenses, or Training

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