Project Manager

Blue Kangaroo Packoutz of Encino and Ventura; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ is seeking a motivated Contents Restoration Lead to manage packout, cleaning, storage, and pack-back projects from start to finish. You will review new assignments, coordinate scheduling, crews, equipment, and transportation, and maintain accurate timelines to ensure on-time delivery.

You will serve as the primary customer contact, communicate with adjusters and partners, train technicians, and uphold safety and procedural standards while guiding daily operations in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• IICRC certifications FSRT, OCT and CPT are required.
• Minimum 2+ years in contents restoration or related field work.

Responsibilities

• Manage packout, contents cleaning, storage, and pack-back from start to finish.
• Review assignments and ensure job information is complete before work begins.
• Coordinate scheduling, crew, equipment, supplies, and transportation.
• Maintain project timelines and communicate schedule changes promptly.
• Monitor jobs for completion, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate issues or delays early to management.
• Serve as primary point of contact for customers throughout the project.
• Communicate with adjusters, restoration partners, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Leadership / training

Safety compliance

Flexibility for after-hours

Physical work readiness

Customer coordination

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IICRC Certifications FSRT OCT CPT

Tools

Company vehicles

Specialized cleaning equipment

Job description

• Manage assigned packout, contents cleaning, storage, & pack-back projects from start to finish.
• Review new assignments and ensure job information is complete before work begins.
• Coordinate scheduling, crew assignments, equipment, supplies, and transportation.
• Maintain accurate project timelines and communicate schedule changes promptly.
• Monitor jobs for completion, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify issues or delays early and communicate them to management.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Bonus based on performance

Project & Job Management

• Manage assigned packout, contents cleaning, storage, & pack-back projects from start to finish.
• Review new assignments and ensure job information is complete before work begins.
• Coordinate scheduling, crew assignments, equipment, supplies, and transportation.
• Maintain accurate project timelines and communicate schedule changes promptly.
• Monitor jobs for completion, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify issues or delays early and communicate them to management.

Customer Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers throughout the project.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with customers experiencing fire, water, mold, or other property losses.
• Explain the contents restoration process and set appropriate expectations.
• Address customer questions and concerns promptly.
• Provide regular updates throughout the project.

Adjuster & Restoration Partner Communication

• Communicate with insurance adjusters, restoration companies, property managers, and other project partners.
• Provide updates regarding project status, scheduling, and progress.
• Assist with obtaining approvals when additional work or services are required.Maintain strong working relationships with referral partners.
• Communicate any changes or concerns to the appropriate member of management.

Crew Leadership & Daily Direction

• Conduct morning job meetings.
• Ensure technicians understand the day's priorities, scope of work, and expectations.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor progress.
• Provide direction and coaching to technicians while maintaining a positive, respectful work environment.
• Ensure employees are following Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ procedures and safety requirements.
• Communicate staffing needs or employee concerns to the General Manager.

iCAT & Documentation

• Ensure contents are properly documented and inventoried in iCAT.
• Review job documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure barcodes, room assignments, descriptions, photos, & status codes are entered correctly.
• Monitor vaults and inventory throughout the cleaning, storage, and pack-back process.
• Ensure jobs are properly updated and documented before moving to the next phase.

Pack-Back & Quality Control

• Coordinate pack-back scheduling and preparation.
• Ensure contents are cleaned, inventoried, approved for delivery, and properly staged.
• Ensure technicians are following pack-back procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate quality-control checks before items leave the warehouse.
• Ensure customers receive their belongings in an organized and professional manner.

Job Closeout

• Confirm all work has been completed.
• Ensure documentation and inventory are complete.
• Communicate completion with the customer, adjuster, & restoration partner as appropriate.
• Assist with final billing documentation and outstanding items.
• Follow up on outstanding customer or project needs.
• Help obtain customer reviews and feedback after successful completion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• IICRC Certifications Required:
  • Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
  • Odor Control Technician (OCT)
  • Contents Processing Technician (CPT)
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in contents restoration, mitigation, or related field work
• Demonstrated ability to lead and train technicians in the field
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles, tools, and specialized cleaning equipment
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments
• Ability to work flexible hours, including emergency response and after-hours as needed

Compensation: $55,000.00 per year

What We Do

Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ is a comprehensive contents cleaning and restoration company. We’re focused on utilizing industry best practices for the handling of personal and business assets. Our work is so important because we’re restoring what people value most. Clients seek out Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ after fire, water, mold, or other damage—it’s a very sensitive situation they’re facing, so we work hard to make the restoration process seamless and stress‑free.

Who We Hire

We look for individuals with skills such as truck driving, warehousing, sewing, woodworking, crafting, cleaning, and other restoration-related activities. We also know that not everyone comes to us with these skills. That’s why we put each specialist—those with or without training—through an in-depth and comprehensive training program. Each Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ member learns the entire contents restoration process while honing in on their specific cleaning or restoration skills. It’s all a part of our ongoing support and training experience.