Fire Damage Restoration Technician

Neighborly Company and its affiliates; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Medical Insurance Cost Covered (50%)

IICRC Certifications & Training

Career Growth & Advancement

Job summary

Rainbow Restoration is seeking a Fire & Contents Moving Technician to join our restoration team. You will handle, pack, move, clean, and protect customer contents and furniture during fire, smoke, and water losses. This hands-on role fits someone who stays active and works well with a team.

We offer competitive perks, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities to grow within the company. A driver’s license and ability to pass screenings are required.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting up to 100 pounds regularly.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Full-time with overtime and on-call rotations.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Willingness to work in PPE in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Pack, wrap, move, and transport furniture and contents to prevent damage.
• Load and unload contents from homes, businesses, storage, and vehicles.
• Photograph, label, and inventory contents.
• Clean smoke residue from contents and structures.
• Assist with contents manipulation and furniture moving.
• Post-job site cleaning and maintain organized work areas.
• Respond to restoration and cleaning jobs per IICRC standards.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Communicate status and schedule with team.
• Cross-train in related restoration services.
• Work independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Physical work

Team player

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

Drug screening

Overtime availability

Job description

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in people’s lives and the community? Do you want variety in your job, where every day is different? Do you enjoy being part of a team and rolling up your sleeves to achieve a common goal?

If you said yes to the above, then we may have a great opportunity for you at Rainbow Restoration as a Fire & Contents Moving Technician! The ideal candidate is self-driven, enthusiastic, and motivated to make a quality difference within our territories.

We are looking for career-oriented individuals — not just someone looking for a job.

Competitive Perks

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• 50% of Medical Insurance Cost Covered by Employer
• Company-Paid IICRC Certifications & Continuing Education (including renewals)
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Position Summary

A Fire & Contents Moving Technician is a key component of our restoration team, responsible for handling, packing, moving, cleaning, and protecting customer contents and furniture during fire, smoke, water, and restoration‑related losses.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, staying active throughout the day, helping customers during difficult situations, and working closely with a team to restore homes and businesses.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carefully pack, wrap, move, and transport furniture, contents, and personal belongings to prevent damage
• Load and unload contents from homes, businesses, storage facilities, and company vehicles
• Photograph, identify, label, and inventory customer contents accurately
• Thoroughly clean smoke residue from contents and structures
• Assist with contents manipulation and furniture moving during restoration projects
• Provide post‑job site cleaning and maintain organized, clean work environments
• Respond to restoration, remediation, damage, and sanitary cleaning jobs according to IICRC standards and company processes
• Maintain timely communication with peers regarding job status, scope of work, and documentation
• Establish and maintain schedules to ensure services are delivered in a timely manner
• Maintain company equipment, moving supplies, and restoration equipment to ensure readiness and cleanliness
• Cross‑train in related restoration services and assist with additional duties as needed
• Work both independently and as part of a team to complete projects efficiently

Requirements & Skills

• Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and perform physical, hands‑on work
• Strong work ethic with a positive, team‑oriented attitude
• Empathy and professionalism when working with customers during difficult situations
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the Restoration Industry
• Ability to safely lift and/or move up to 100 pounds frequently throughout the day
• Comfortable with prolonged walking, standing, bending, lifting, and working in varying environments while wearing PPE
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a drug test and extensive background screening
• Available for full‑time work with overtime and on‑call rotations

Why Join Rainbow Restoration?

At Rainbow Restoration, we believe in investing in our employees and creating long‑term career opportunities. We take pride in helping our communities recover during difficult times while fostering a supportive, team‑oriented culture where employees can grow personally and professionally.

Looking for a career working with the best? Join the Rainbow Family!

Rainbow Restoration provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rainbow Restoration complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. Rainbow Restoration expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.