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Overview
Embalmers work with funeral directors to move bodies, prepare rooms, use chemicals and cosmetics, and respect family wishes about appearance and handling.
In job descriptions, look for embalming, body transfer, funeral planning, disinfecting, chemical cleaning agents, cosmetics, coffins, appointments and contact with funeral directors.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
Embalmers work in funeral-service settings where respectful handling, hygiene and appearance preparation matter. Tasks can include body transfer, room cleaning, disinfection, cosmetic preparation and coordination with funeral directors.
Skills and specializations
Useful strengths include embalming techniques, chemical handling, cosmetics, coffin transfer, appointment administration, clean-room routines, ergonomic work and calm communication around funeral arrangements.
Salary context
Salary context depends on call-out work, preparation complexity, contact with funeral directors, chemical responsibilities, transfer duties, appointment volume and whether the role includes supervision.
Career paths
Career paths can move toward senior embalming, funeral planning support, mortuary coordination, funeral-service operations or staff supervision within funeral homes.
Good to know
Check whether vacancies mention embalming, deceased-person transfer, disinfection, cosmetics, chemical agents, coffins, room cleaning and direct cooperation with funeral directors.
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This guide is editorial career context. It is not official labour-market statistics or role-specific salary data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 2
Embalmers
39-4011.00
Exact relationship
The official mapping treats the O*NET and ESCO occupations as closely equivalent.
Open in O*NETCrematory Operators
39-4012.00
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
Undertakers and embalmers (5163)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/dc34c345-caf9-4ab7-b496-e18a572194ba |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 5163.2 |
| ISCO group | 5163 |
| Concept type | Occupation |