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Occupation AtlasCrematory Operators

O*NET · 39-4012.00

Crematory Operators

Operate crematory equipment to reduce human or animal remains to bone fragments in accordance with state and local regulations. Duties may include preparing the body for cremation and performing general maintenance on crematory equipment. May use traditional flame-based cremation, calcination, or alkaline hydrolysis.

Also called Cremation Arranger · Cremator · Crematory Operator · Operations Team Member (Ops Team Member) · Ops Team Member · Pet Crematory Operator · Removal Tech · Removal Technician (Removal Tech)
Job Zone 2 — Some Preparation NeededHolland code RCS0 skills on file

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Job Zone

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Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed

Some preparation. Usually a high school diploma, some previous work-related skill or experience, and a few months to a year of training with experienced workers.

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Occupational interest profile

RCSRealistic · Conventional · Social — the three strongest interests, in order

  • R Realistic5.96
  • C Conventional4.36
  • S Social2.73
  • I Investigative2.11
  • E Enterprising1.49
  • A Artistic1.46

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Typically associated skills

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Tasks

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What people in this occupation do, as O*NET records it.

  1. Clean the crematorium, including tables, floors, and equipment.
  2. Document divided remains to ensure parts are not misplaced.
  3. Embalm, dress, or otherwise prepare the deceased for viewing.
  4. Explain the cremation process to family or friends of the deceased.
  5. Offer counsel and comfort to bereaved families or friends.
  6. Pick up and handle human or pet remains in a respectful manner.
  7. Place corpses into crematory machines to reduce remains to bone fragments using flame, heat, or alkaline hydrolysis.
  8. Pulverize remaining bone fragments into smaller pieces, using specialized equipment, such as a cremulator or grinder.
  9. Read documentation to confirm the identity of the deceased.
  10. Remove jewelry, watches, or other personal items from the deceased prior to cremation.
  11. Sweep or vacuum the cremation chamber to retrieve remains for storage in an urn or other container.
  12. Transport the deceased to a funeral home or crematory using a van, hearse, or other vehicle.

Technology

5 tools

Software used in this work. In demand: among the tools job postings for this occupation name most. Hot: often named in job postings across the economy.

Hot (3)

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Word
Other tools (2)
  • Belmar & Associates Mortware
  • HMIS Advantage

Related occupations

O*NET's own list of the occupations most related to this one, closest first.

  1. Funeral Attendants
  2. Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
  3. Funeral Home Managers
  4. Embalmers
  5. Recycling and Reclamation Workers
  6. Coroners
  7. Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
  8. Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
  9. Medical Equipment Preparers
  10. Maintenance Workers, Machinery

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