Updated Job Posting Santa Cruz
Funeral Transport
compensation: $1440-$4000 bi-weekly employment: Full time

compensation: $950-$2000 bi-weekly employment: Part-time

We are looking for dependable drivers to Pick up and transport the Deceased from (place of death), i.e., medical facilities, residential homes, and Coroner's Offices, to Funeral Homes, Cemeteries, Crematories, and designated locations in California. We also transport deceased CoVid patients with proper personal protection equipment.

This Job requires the applicant to be on call 4-6 days a week.

****You must reside in Santa Cruz County or Watsonville, CA.***** please do not apply if you do not already live in the area********

This position will pay $18-$25 per hour, with a minimum salary of $1440 paid twice monthly, guaranteed if you respond to all calls dispatched to you. You will receive a commission over your salary for transporting more than 26 cases every two weeks approx 50 hours of work.

We also calculate payroll based on the number of calls you run as an incentive to work beyond the minimum guaranteed. We pay $48 per call in Santa Cruz County, $56 in Monterey County $65 for Santa Clara and $75 for San Benito County. We pay $18 per hour for long-distance transport plus the base price of $48.

You must be compassionate, lift a minimum of 100 lbs alone, have legible handwriting, have knowledge of Santa Cruz County, and be able to respond to scenes within 45-60 minutes locally and within 90 minutes to neighboring counties. You must be able to use a standard GPS navigation system.

*Candidates must be at least 21 years of age.

*Must not have had a DWI, DUI, drug conviction, or a positive drug or alcohol test in the past ten years.

*Must not have any felony convictions in the past ten years.

*Must have fewer than two preventable accidents/incidents in the past three years.

*Must have no more then 2 moving violations in the past three years.

*Must provide DMV printout before hire

*Must be able to pass a background check through the sheriffs' department.

Uniform Requirements: Must have a professional black Men/Women's Dress jacket, White button-down dress shirt, Black Dress Slacks, Black tie, Black Dress Shoes, and Dress socks.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $18 to $20.00 /hour

COVID-19 considerations:
For Co-Vid19 cases, we provide protective suits, shoe covers, specialty face masks, head covers, gloves, sanitary aerosols, and medical-grade sanitary wipes. We have been safely transporting the deceased, and none of our team has become sick from this illness.

```Job Summary:```
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Transporter to join our team. As a Mortuary Transporter, you will be responsible for safely transporting decedent passengers or goods to their destinations. This is a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our transportation services.
```Duties:```
- Drive various types of vehicles, such as vans,, or limousines, Suv to transport decedent passengers or goods
- Follow assigned routes and schedules to ensure timely arrivals and departures
- Load passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, ensuring their safety and care.
- Load and unload cargo or personal effects as needed
- Communicate effectively with grieving families, providing information and addressing any concerns or questions
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the vehicle, performing routine inspections and reporting any issues
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations to ensure safe driving practices
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as refueling, checking oil levels, and tire pressure
- Complete required paperwork or documentation accurately and in a timely manner
```Experience:```
To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications:
- Previous experience in driving, such as driving, delivery driver, or commercial driving
- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks as required
- Excellent communication skills to interact with families, and funeral homes, and address their needs
- Strong attention to detail to ensure the safety of decedent passengers and cargo
- Ability to maintain a clean and organized vehicle at all times
If you are a responsible individual with a valid driver's license and a passion for providing exceptional transportation care services, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team today!

J.K. Mortuary Services

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