Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Directors
Perform various tasks to arrange and direct funeral services, such as coordinating transportation of body to mortuary, interviewing family or other authorized person to arrange details, selecting pallbearers, aiding with the selection of officials for religious rites, and providing transportation for mourners.
Education & Training
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Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
22 tasks analyzed
Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits.
Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services.
Perform embalming duties as necessary.
Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died.
Contact cemeteries to schedule the opening and closing of graves.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits. | - | - | - |
| Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services. | - | - | - |
| Perform embalming duties as necessary. | - | - | - |
| Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died. | - | - | - |
| Contact cemeteries to schedule the opening and closing of graves. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$49,800
per year
Mean Wage
$56,340
per year
Employment
26K
workers
Wage Range
$31,470 - $85,940
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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