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Funeral Attendants

Median Salary
33,850
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Perform a variety of tasks during funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service, arranging floral offerings or lights around casket, directing or escorting mourners, closing casket, and issuing and storing funeral equipment.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$20,740

10%

$33,850

Median

$49,700

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    47%

  • Associate's degree

    22%

  • Some college

    12%

  • Bachelor's degree

    9%

  • Less than high school

    6%

  • First professional degree

    1%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administrative
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Transportation

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.