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.
At a Glance
Crematory Operators earns a median of $42,880/yr with +3.3% projected growth. Typical entry: High school diploma or equivalent. Top skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office software.
$42,880/yr
+3.3%
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High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Technology (5)
Work Styles (21)
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
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