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* ELMI Occupation Profile - Crematory Operators *
 
Crematory Operators
(O*NET 39-4012.00, SOC 39-4012)
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What they do
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.
 
Wages
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Industries of Employment
Crematory Operators and Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other*
United States - 2020
IndustryPercent of total
  • Social assistance
32%
  • Self-employed workers
16%
  • Personal and laundry services
15%
  • Private households
5%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities
5%
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Projected Employment
Crematory Operators and Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other*
 Vermont
2020 employment 50
2030 employment 65
Annual percent change
(compounded)
2.7%
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations)
9
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Education and Experience:
Crematory Operators and Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other*
  • Typical education needed for entry
    High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation
    None
  • Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
    Short-term on-the-job training
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Job Zone
Some Preparation Needed
  • Specific Vocational Preparation Range
    (4.0 to < 6.0) - A typical worker will require over 3 months up to and including 1 year of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
Based on O*Net Job Zones and SVP
 
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