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 and Embalmer 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 a Licensed Funeral Director 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 Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer 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, is a licensed Funeral Director in good standing, and has the experience necessary to begin contributing to our team under immediately.
Requirements:
· Must meet all licensing requirements for being a Funeral Director in British Columbia, as required by law
· Current British Columbia provincial driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and your own personal vehicle (we can discuss more if you’re moving from out of province).
Knowledge, skills, and requirements required for this role:
· Must have experience as a Funeral Director, on year ideally, though not required
· Will develop and maintain active involvement within the community
· Knowledge of computers and software including MS Office products required
· Performs on-call responsibilities within a team rotation including some weekends and evenings
· Ensures adherence to all applicable professional licensing authority, regulations and rules
· Strong work ethic, natural sales mindset, goal-driven, and self-motivated
· Exemplifies values of integrity, compassion, honesty, trust, teamwork, and excellence
· 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
· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
· Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently and with a team
· Excellent communication skills and ability to speak and write in English fluently is required. Additional languages are an asset.
· Excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy
· Good interpersonal and communication skills including verbal, written and presentation
· Willingness to work in both the front and back ends of the business
This person will have the opportunity for advancement and further training. Please include a cover letter with your resume detailing your interest in the position and how your experience applies.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive starting wage, 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 $72,000.00 per year
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):
- Why did you decide to work in the Funerary Profession?
Experience:
- related field: 2 years (preferred)
- Funeral Director: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Funeral Director License (required)
Work Location: In person
