Salary Breakdown
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
Average
$62,780
ANNUAL
$30.18
HOURLY
Entry Level
$36,440
ANNUAL
$17.52
HOURLY
Mid Level
$55,470
ANNUAL
$26.67
HOURLY
Expert Level
$79,690
ANNUAL
$38.31
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
750
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
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Top Expected Tasks
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
01
Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits.
02
Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services.
03
Perform embalming duties, as necessary.
04
Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died.
05
Contact cemeteries to schedule the opening and closing of graves.
06
Remove deceased remains from place of death.
07
Arrange for clergy members to perform needed services.
08
Provide information on funeral service options, products, or merchandise, and maintain a casket display area.
09
Offer counsel and comfort to bereaved families or friends.
10
Maintain financial records, order merchandise, or prepare accounts.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Sales and Marketing
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Coordination
SKILL
Service Orientation
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
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