Packout Technician

American Packout of Chicago LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Career growth

Job summary

American Packout of Chicago LLC is hiring a Packout Technician to support our restoration and contents operations. You will pack, photograph, inventory, and move customer items affected by water, fire, or mold, while maintaining high attention to detail and safety.

This role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift 50–75 lbs, and comfort working in customers’ homes or businesses. We offer on-the-job training, opportunities for advancement, and a team-focused environment as we grow.

Qualifications

• Prior restoration, moving, warehouse, or packout experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow inventory procedures.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs repeatedly and perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Comfort working in damaged structures, tight spaces, and various conditions.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (if driving duties assigned).
• Strong organization skills and ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to use tablets, phones, or inventory software for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Pack, wrap, and protect contents from damaged properties following company standards.
• Photograph and document each item using digital systems for accurate inventory tracking.
• Carefully load, transport, unload, and position contents in storage vaults or at job sites.
• Assist with cleaning and restoring contents using approved cleaning methods and equipment.
• Label boxes, bins, and vaults accurately to ensure proper organization and tracking.
• Help lift furniture, appliances, and other heavy items as part of the packout process.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in both customer spaces and company facilities.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and comply with company policies.
• Provide professional communication and customer service during on‑site packouts.
• Work collaboratively with the packout team, drivers, and project managers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Data entry / inventory systems

Physical stamina

Tools

Tablets

Inventory software

Job description

Description

About Us

We are a rapidly expanding restoration and contents division specializing in packout, inventory, cleaning, and storage of customer belongings following water, fire, mold, or other property losses. Our team works with care, precision, and professionalism to help families and businesses recover their valued items. As our company grows, we are looking for reliable and detail-oriented technicians to join our packout operations.

This is a growth-driven organization. As we continue to expand across markets, we are intentionally building our future leaders from within. Many of our supervisors, and location owners started as Packout Technicians. We are looking for motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented individuals who want more than just a job — this role offers a clear path for advancement and long-term career development within a fast-growing company.

Position Summary

The Packout Technician is responsible for packing, photographing, inventorying, cleaning, and moving customer contents affected by water, fire, mold, or other damages. This role includes handling items carefully, entering data into inventory systems, cleaning contents, organizing storage vaults, and assisting with on‑site packouts. Success in this position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally in customers’ homes and businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Pack, wrap, and protect contents from damaged properties following company standards.
• Photograph and document each item using digital systems for accurate inventory tracking.
• Carefully load, transport, unload, and position contents in storage vaults or at job sites.
• Assist with cleaning and restoring contents using approved cleaning methods and equipment.
• Label boxes, bins, and vaults accurately to ensure proper organization and tracking.
• Help lift furniture, appliances, and other heavy items as part of the packout process.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in both customer spaces and company facilities.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and comply with company policies.
• Provide professional communication and customer service during on‑site packouts.
• Work collaboratively with the packout team, drivers, and project managers.

Qualifications

• Prior restoration, moving, warehouse, or packout experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow inventory procedures.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs. repeatedly and perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Comfort working in damaged structures, tight spaces, and various conditions.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (if driving duties assigned).
• Strong organization skills and ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to use tablets, phones, or inventory software for documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items of varying weights, often 50+ lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, or smoky environments depending on job conditions.
• Manual dexterity for wrapping, boxing, and handling delicate items.
• Ability to maintain focus and accuracy when documenting and labeling items.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for overtime
• On‑the‑job training and certification opportunities
• Career growth within a fast-expanding company

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

This position involves physical labor, lifting, movement, and working in varied conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.