Jeremy J. Jimenez
Funeral Professional
Los Banos,CA
Summary
Compassionate embalmer and crematory operator with expertise in regulatory compliance, embalming techniques, and cultural sensitivity. Committed to providing personalized service and ensuring dignity for families during their time of loss.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Embalmer/Crematory Operator
Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park
San Jose, CA
11.2019 - 01.2026
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of bodies for visitation or burial, adhering to strict standards of care.
- Established trust among clients by consistently delivering exceptional service while maintaining sensitivity towards their needs.
- Maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming environment for grieving families.
- Managed all aspects of funeral arrangements for smooth and efficient service delivery.
- Promoted funeral service merchandise such as caskets, urns, outer burial containers and flowers.
- Increased customer retention, skillfully addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
- Performed embalming procedures with precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for all operations.
- Collaborated with funeral directors to prepare bodies for viewings and ceremonies.
- Trained new staff in embalming techniques and workplace best practices.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing embalming practices.
- Maintained a sanitary work environment by adhering to strict safety and cleanliness protocols.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of embalming, including arterial, cavity, and hypodermic treatments.
- Collaborated with funeral directors to provide seamless service from embalming to burial or cremation.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by maintaining open communication with colleagues and management.
- Upheld high ethical standards while working closely with medical professionals regarding autopsies and tissue donations if required.
- Operated crematory equipment to perform cremations in accordance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Managed scheduling and workflow to ensure timely service delivery for families.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping of cremation processes and documentation.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Collaborated with funeral home staff to coordinate services and address family needs effectively.
- Addressed client inquiries promptly and professionally, establishing trust through effective communication skills.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for seamless operations and timely restocking when necessary.
- Helped maintain the company''s reputation for excellence by consistently providing high-quality services and upholding stringent ethical standards in all operations.
Funeral Director/ Embalmer/Crematory Operator
Evergreen Funeral Home and Memorial Park
Merced, CA
05.2012 - 01.2019
- Coordinated funeral services to ensure respectful and personalized experiences for families.
- Managed logistics for memorial events, including venue arrangements and transportation of remains.
- Provided guidance to families on burial and cremation options, ensuring clarity and compassion.
- Developed relationships with local clergy and community organizations to facilitate service planning.
- Oversaw compliance with legal requirements related to funerals, safeguarding family interests and rights.
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
- Served diverse clientele by offering a range of culturally and religiously appropriate services.
- Performed embalming procedures ensuring adherence to state regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborated with families to develop personalized memorial services reflecting individual wishes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of embalming processes and inventory management.
- Streamlined preparation workflows, improving turnaround times for funeral services.
- Conducted quality inspections of embalmed remains to ensure presentation standards were met.
- Received positive feedback from families for the care and dignity given to their loved ones during the embalming process.
- Prepared remains for services, viewings, and cremations.
- Maintained a thorough understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to the embalming process, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Conducted routine maintenance on crematory machinery to ensure reliable operations.
- Reviewed compliance with local regulations, maintaining high standards of care and respect for deceased individuals.
- Collaborated with local authorities during inspections, demonstrating compliance with industry regulations and maintaining an excellent reputation within the community.
- Utilized appropriate protective gear during all tasks, prioritizing personal safety as well as that of colleagues and clients.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for all cremations, contributing to streamlined operations and regulatory compliance.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Managed financial transactions and record-keeping with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Discussed nature of funeral service, disposition of remains and funeral costs with family members.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Maintained meticulous records in compliance with state regulations, ensuring legal and ethical standards were met.
- Completed death certificates, burial permits and other legal documents for families.
- Worked with cemeteries to schedule grave opening and closing.
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Ivers and Alcorn Funeral Home
Merced, CA
09.2008 - 01.2011
- Coordinated funeral services, ensuring adherence to family wishes and cultural customs.
- Managed preparation of remains, utilizing industry-standard techniques for dignity and respect.
- Conducted grief support sessions for families, providing compassionate guidance through difficult times.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local churches and community organizations for service referrals.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized funeral services.
- Performed embalming procedures and updated case study reports.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Arranged transportation between sites for remains, mourners, pallbearers and members of clergy.
- Executed embalming procedures with precision, ensuring adherence to safety and health regulations.
- Collaborated with funeral home staff to coordinate services and fulfill client requirements effectively.
- Maintained detailed records of embalming processes and materials used for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Oversaw inventory management of embalming supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials for operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance the consistency and reliability of embalming results.
- Ensured legal compliance by accurately completing required documentation for each case.
- Supported funeral home operations by assisting with visitations, viewings, funerals, and other related events when needed.
- Reduced operating costs through efficient use of embalming chemicals and supplies.
- Upheld legal compliance with local regulations regarding burials, cremations, and embalming practices.
- Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
Funeral Director/ Apprentice Embalmer
Whitehurst Funeral Chapels
Los Banos, CA
02.2006 - 09.2008
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing compassionate and tailored funeral services.
- Ensured dignified care of deceased, maintaining highest standards of ethical practices.
- Performed embalming procedures following state regulations and industry best practices.
- Assisted in preparation and presentation of deceased individuals for viewings.
- Maintained sanitation and safety standards in embalming room and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with funeral directors to ensure client needs were met during services.
- Conducted inventory management for embalming supplies, ensuring availability and compliance.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following established protocols for handling hazardous chemicals and properly disposing of waste materials.
- Contributed to the overall success of the funeral home through consistent professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to providing high-quality service to grieving families.
- Supported grieving families during their time of loss by answering questions about the embalming process with patience and compassion.
Education
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Cypress College
Cypress08-2003
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk, CA06-2000
Skills
- Funeral service coordination
- Restorative art
- Remains preparation
- Sanitation procedures
- Body preparation
- Chemical handling
- Cultural sensitivity
- Embalming techniques
- Funeral service assistance
- Decomposition prevention
- Pricing structures
- Regulatory compliance
- Compassionate communication
- OSHA regulations
- Mortuary operations
- Funeral arrangement
- Embalming
- Funeral planning
- Cremations
Certification
Funeral Director License # 2867
Embalmer License # 9120
Crematory Manager License # 703
Timeline
Embalmer/Crematory Operator
Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park
11.2019 - 01.2026
Funeral Director/ Embalmer/Crematory Operator
Evergreen Funeral Home and Memorial Park
05.2012 - 01.2019
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Ivers and Alcorn Funeral Home
09.2008 - 01.2011
Funeral Director/ Apprentice Embalmer
Whitehurst Funeral Chapels
02.2006 - 09.2008
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School