Join our dynamic and welcoming team at Telford, Toneff, and Boyd Funeral Homes, a leading, family-owned service provider with four locations throughout breathtaking Vancouver Island. We are seeking a dedicated Funeral Director Apprentice for a permanent, full-time role that promises a stable and rewarding career. Your work location will be in Comox, BC.
Imagine spending your downtime exploring the natural beauty of Vancouver Island – where you can hike and bike through lush forest trails, experience incredible fishing, paddle along rugged coastlines, take in ocean and mountain views, and enjoy a vibrant local food scene rooted in fresh, regional ingredients. In the Comox Valley, you’re minutes from the slopes of Mount Washington Alpine Resort for world-class winter activities and surrounded by beaches, rivers, and farmland, and part of a community that values both connection and quality of life. With easy access to BC Ferries and regional flights linking you to Vancouver and beyond, the Valley offers a balance of accessibility and a slower, grounded pace. There truly is no other place like Vancouver Island to live, work, and build a meaningful career.
We are looking for an Apprentice who is a motivated individual with a passion for serving families in their time of need. You must have excellent attention to detail, a high level of accuracy, and the empathy, compassion, and understanding essential in this profession.
As part of our team, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, paid schooling. A valid driver’s license is required. To ensure your smooth transition, we sometimes offer assistance with relocation and transition costs for the right candidates, please indicate your need for this in your application.
Take the next step in your career with Telford, Toneff, and Boyd in Comox, where you can thrive both professionally and personally in one of the most beautiful regions of British Columbia. Apply now and become part of our dedicated team committed to making a difference.
About the Position:
The position of Funeral Director and Embalmer Apprentice will be based in our Comox location. We are searching for an individual who ideally (but not mandatory) already has experience in the funeral service profession, has plans to begin their required education for apprenticeship (or has already started), and has the experience necessary to begin contributing to our team under the mentorship of our established funeral directors and embalmers immediately.
A flexible schedule including weekends and evenings is a must, as the apprentice will be assisting with funeral services, as well as on call transfer duties and work in our crematorium. Our ideal candidate will be interested in learning and performing all tasks surrounding the funeral service profession, including:
- cleaning (funeral home, preparation room, vehicles, etc)
- administration (record maintenance, registrations of death, Estate Settlement paperwork)
- crematorium duties (assisting with processing cremation, general cleanliness and logistics)
- as well as focusing on your education.
Must work well with and without supervision, being mentored, and taking direction.
Knowledge, skills and experience requirements for this role:
- Must be eligible to complete apprenticeship and become a Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
- Minimum two (2) years experience in a related field (social services, health care, etc). Post secondary education in a related field is an asset as well, though not required.
- Minimum six (6) months experience working in a Funeral Home preferred, but not required.
- A valid driver’s license is required
- Excellent communication skills and ability to speak and write in English fluently is required. Additional languages are an asset.
- Knowledge of computers and software including MS Office products, required
- Able to perform on-call responsibilities including taking calls, talking with families, answering questions, providing initial details, and conducting transfers
- Ability to professionally display compassion and empathy while effectively representing the business
- Excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy
- Good interpersonal and communication skills including verbal, written and presentation
- Exemplifies values of integrity, honesty, trust, compassion, and teamwork
- Willingness to work in both the front and back ends of the business
The successful candidate will receive a competitive starting wage ($23.50 per hour), 40 hours per week, with on-call duties, as assigned.
We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Completion of satisfactory business references, background checks, clean driving record, and proof of education are essential conditions of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment.
Pay: From $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Comox, BC V9M 3P6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Have you worked in a funeral home before?
- Are you presently enrolled in a Funeral Director & Embalming program?
Experience:
- related field: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
