Arrangement Specialist & Water Cremation Operator

About Be a Tree Cremation 

At Be a Tree Cremation, we believe that our final interaction with the earth should be meaningful and gentle. 

Our mission is to provide simple, environmentally-friendly cremation services, returning people to the earth, honoring our loved ones and giving back to the planet.

We always strive to embody the following values:

Love Every Family

Love each family as our own as they go through the difficult season of life associated with losing a loved one or considering their own final wishes.

Love the Planet

Consider our planet in all aspects of the business.

Do the Right Thing

Above all else, do the right thing. 

About the Role

We are seeking someone who is prepared to embody our values on a daily basis and who is committed to serving families and their loved ones. 

The Be a Tree Cremation team is small, resourceful, and supportive. Communication and respect are at the core of how we work together. 

We are seeking one full-time Operator / Arrangement Specialist. The role will require on-call hours for up to two weeks out of the month (with additional on-call pay) and reliable transportation within an hour of Be a Tree Cremation.

Experience working in a crematory or funeral home is preferred but not required. 

The position includes paid time off and flexible working arrangements. Compensation starts at $20 per hour plus on-call pay. 

Requirements:

  • Licensed Funeral Director who graduated from an accredited mortuary school

  • Ability to clearly communicate with team members and families 

  • Genuine interest in green end-of-life options and a desire to support families through difficult loss

  • Proficiency using Zoom, Google Docs, and other basic web-based applications (training provided)

  • Strong attention to detail 

  • 1-2 years of experience in a crematory or funeral home setting

  • Ability to be on call for up two weeks of the month (on-call pay provided)

  • Ability to safely lift at least 100 lbs 

  • Valid driver’s license 

Specific duties: 

  • Maintaining accurate paperwork and forms in accordance with all laws and procedures including chain of custody documentation, logs, etc. 

  • Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained, cleaned, and functioning properly

  • Take first calls and coordinate removal and transportation of decedents

  • Meet with families in person and over Zoom to complete arrangements and paperwork

  • Assist with filing of death certificates in accordance with state law

  • Basic preparation of decedents for viewings or witness cremations

  • Receive remains at our facility

  • Oversee the safe operation of the alkaline hydrolysis system (training for the equipment will be provided) and perform cremations

  • Process remains and prepare for placement in temporary or permanent containers 

  • Communicate with families and prepare invoices and agreements

  • Understand and comply with all OSHA and EPA guidelines 

  • Discharge and track effluent byproduct in a safe and consistent manner

  • Perform various community outreach activities as assigned

  • Other duties as assigned


To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to emily@beatreecremation.com

Resumes/Cover Letters Due: Friday, February 11, 2022

Interviews: Week of February 14, 2022