About the Role 

We are seeking a warm, compassionate Host / Hostess to join our team on a part-time or casual basis. In this role, you will be a comforting presence for families during difficult times, helping create a welcoming, smooth, and respectful environment during visitations, services, and receptions.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests, offer guidance, and answer phone inquiries with care and professionalism.
• Prepare and organize visitation rooms, chapels, and reception spaces prior to services.
• Arrange flower displays, make coffee, and manage food and beverage setups for receptions.
• Assist funeral directors and staff with operational logistics on funeral days.
• Perform light general cleaning to maintain a pristine, peaceful facility for visiting families.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High degree of compassion, emotional maturity, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Valid Ontario G2 or Full G Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 LBS (flower arrangements, coffee urns, light chairs).
• Bilingualism is strongly preferred.
• Neat, professional personal presentation.

What We Offer

• Flexible, casual hours ideal for supplementing income.
• Full training on facility setup and service procedures.
• A supportive, team-focused environment dedicated to serving our community.

Position Type: Full-Time (Preferred), Part-Time, or Casual / On-Call 
Location: Kirkland Lake, Ontario (Or Timiskaming Region)

About the Role 
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and professional Transportation Specialist to join our dedicated funeral home team. In this role, you will play a critical part in serving our community by ensuring the respectful, dignified transportation and care of deceased individuals.

While our primary focus is finding a committed Full-Time candidate, we welcome applicants seeking Part-Time or Casual On-Call work. Casual positions offer flexible scheduling that easily accommodates shift workers, including those on mining rotations.

Key Responsibilities

• Respectfully transport deceased individuals from various locations (residences, care facilities, hospitals, or accident scenes) to the funeral home.
• Transport deceased individuals to crematoriums, cemeteries, or other facilities.
• Assist team members with funeral service set-up, logistics, and general operational support.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, maintenance logs, and equipment readiness.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Full G Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 200 lbs safely using proper equipment and assistance.
• Unwavering compassion, emotional maturity, and professional conduct in high-sensitivity environments.
• Strong communication skills, punctuality, and neat personal presentation.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Training: No prior funeral service experience is required—we provide full hands-on training.
• Full-Time Benefits: Comprehensive health plan and retirement benefits for full-time employees.
• Flexibility: On-call casual shifts tailored to fit around existing shift work or rotational work schedules.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative, respectful workplace culture focused on service excellence.

How to Apply Please submit your resume and driver's abstract on this posting or in-person at the Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative. 

Looking for a slower-paced lifestyle while continuing to grow in your profession? Join us in the heart of Northern Ontario, where you can enjoy a high quality of life surrounded by world-class outdoor activities including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, fishing, hunting, and more.

The Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative is seeking a Licensed Funeral Director (Class 1 or Class 2) to join our Kirkland Lake team. As a cooperative, we value collaboration, community involvement, and a supportive working environment. This role is ideal for someone who demonstrates a cooperative spirit and is interested in contributing to both the care of families and the day-to-day operations of the funeral home.

We are actively working to modernize our services; focusing on meaningful, fully customized experiences for the families we serve, while maintaining the highest standards under Ontario’s Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Cellphone Allowance
• Clothing Allowance
• Rotating Weekends Off and Weekdays Off
• Flexibility for Vacations
• Employer-supported RRSP program
• Opportunity to be part of a progressive, community-focused organization
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)

Key Qualifications and Demonstrated Abilities

● Currently enrolled or seeking enrollment in a post-secondary funeral service education.

● Passion for customer care demonstrated in previous professional experiences.

● Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.

● Excellent attention to detail and consistently high level of accuracy.

● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

● Demonstrated strong customer service skills with the ability to partner will all levels of the organization.

● Exemplifies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, belonging and excellence.

● Excellent knowledge of Funeral Home procedures and business practices including Funeral Home Procedures Manuals.

● Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

● Valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract.

●Must be willing to relocate to the Timiskaming Region

Responsibilities

● Arranges, coordinates and directs funeral ceremonies.

● Meets and surpasses the needs and expectations of the families we serve.

● Supports licensed Funeral Directors in providing funeral services to client families.

● Other duties may be assigned.

● Housekeeping and other maintenance duties may be assigned as needed

Essential Physical Responsibilities

● Ability to tolerate exposure to hazardous substances subject to government requirements.

● Manual dexterity required for clerical tasks

● Ability to travel by standard methods of transportation.

● Must be capable of communicating with co-workers, management, and members of the public.

● Capable of lifting, carrying and transporting weights of up to 250 pounds.

The above duties are neither intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities for this position, nor are they intended to be a listing of prerequisite skills and abilities. The purpose is to describe the general nature of the position.

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Location: Kirkland Lake, ON / Timiskaming District (In-Person Preferred, Remote Available)

About the Role

We are seeking an empathetic, detail-oriented Transfer Service Sales Representative (TSSR) to assist families in Kirkland Lake and across the Timiskaming District. In this role, you will guide clients through arranging essential transfer, cremation, and burial services with care, clarity, and professionalism.

While our preference is for an in-person team member at our local facility, this role can be fully remote for qualified candidates in Ontario equipped with a quiet workspace, phone, high-speed internet, and comfort with digital administration and e-signatures.

Key Responsibilities

• Walk families through transfer service options, completing at-need and pre-need contracts in full compliance with provincial regulations.
• Complete vital statistics forms, death registrations, and service agreements accurately.
• Utilize digital management tools and e-signature software (e.g., DocuSign) for remote arrangements.
• Coordinate closely with local transport and operations staff to ensure seamless execution of services.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Valid TSSR License from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) in good standing is strictly required.
• Proven experience in funeral/transfer services, customer support, or administrative sales.
• Strong active listening skills and compassion when speaking with grieving families.
• High computer literacy, including proficiency with cloud databases, email, and e-signature platforms.
• For Remote Applicants: Dedicated home workspace with a reliable computer, phone, and high-speed internet.

What We Offer

• Full-Time Benefits: Access to our comprehensive health plan and retirement benefits for full-time employees.
• Flexible Work Setting: In-person positioning in Kirkland Lake or the flexibility of working remotely.
• Supportive Environment: A dedicated team committed to serving the Timiskaming community with integrity.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume through this portal, specifying whether you prefer in-person work in Kirkland Lake or a remote setup.
Applications can also be submitted in-person at the funeral home.