Our Mission: Care. Comfort. Plan.
Mililani Memorial Park & Funeral Home is looking for a Embalmer Apprentice to join our team in Waipahu, HI where we offer a passionate and purpose-filled work environment. The Embalmer Apprentice is an aspiring funeral service professional who is passionate about learning the art and science of embalming while serving families with compassion and respect. Working under the guidance of licensed professionals, this role develops the technical skills, industry knowledge, and attention to detail necessary to provide exceptional care for the deceased. The ideal candidate is committed to continuous learning, upholding the highest standards of professionalism, and building a rewarding career dedicated to supporting families during their time of need.
Responsibilities
- Perform embalming, disinfecting, dressing, preparing, and casketing of the deceased using appropriate precautions and OSHA standards in a manner that honors the deceased, under the guidance of a Funeral Director or Licensed Embalmer.
- Maintains a sterile and safe work environment consistent with company, government, and industry rules and
- regulations
- Preparing complete and accurate documents related to services provided
- Commit to personal development and growth by participating in personal training opportunities
Qualifications
- Recently completed or currently enrolled in an accredited mortuary program
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience handling sensitive situations in a professional manner
- Understanding of the services and products available
- Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations related to the funeral industry
Compensation range of $20-23/hr.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Mililani Memorial Park & Funeral Home has been serving families across Oahu since 1960, providing compassionate care, personalized guidance, and meaningful opportunities to honor life's most cherished memories. Rooted in a tradition of service and aloha, our team is dedicated to creating experiences that bring comfort, connection, and healing to the families we serve. Joining our location means becoming part of a trusted legacy that has supported generations of island families with dignity, respect, and heartfelt care.
Mililani Memorial Park & Funeral Home is part of the NorthStar Memorial Group family of properties. Voted one of 2026’s USA Today Top Workplaces, NorthStar Memorial Group is a privately held company that offers opportunities for growth with a broad network of support, while keeping the intimacy and personal impact you have at an independently owned property.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience handling sensitive situations in a professional manner
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Completion of a two-year apprenticeship before eligibility for the State Board Exam
What We Do
Passion. Professionalism. Personal growth. What we do is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to change lives and unleash your talent. Since 2004, NorthStar Memorial Group has grown, evolved and led the funeral and cemetery profession with a fresh perspective and without ever losing sight of what we do best: celebrating life and passionately supporting the families we serve. What began as a single property in Decatur, Illinois has now expanded to include more than 85 funeral, cremation and cemetery locations serving thousands of families across the United States. Here, we understand the power of legacies, and we’ve made it our life’s work to honor them. At NorthStar Memorial Group, we choose collaboration over bureaucracy. Here, everyone has a chance to lead. We encourage & empower our people at every level to speak up, be heard, and watch their ideas become realities. Degreed & non-degreed professionals, labor workers, industry experts – people from all career and experiential backgrounds have the opportunity to find a home here. Sound too good to be true? Apply today to see why our employees have voted NSMG one of the best companies to work for 8 years in a row and one of Selling Power's 2021 Top 50 Companies To Sell For! For more information about career opportunities with NorthStar, visit www.nsmg.com/careers/ or Join our Talent Network @ https://nsmg.jobs.net/en-US/ As a member of our Talent Network, you'll: - Receive alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests - Receive relevant communications and updates from our organization - Share job opportunities with family and friends through Social Media or email Whether you choose to apply or just leave your information, we look forward to staying connected with you
