Rapid Deployment Technician, Global Disaster Relief

Operation-Blessing; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reduction for employees and/or

Dependents through Regent University

Job summary

Operation Blessing, based in Virginia Beach, seeks a Deployment Technician to support disaster-response operations. This hands-on, mission-focused role requires leading volunteers, coordinating logistics, and ensuring teams and equipment are ready to deploy quickly.

You will train staff, manage field operations, and assist with cleanup and rebuilding while staying calm under pressure. The job offers on-site work, generous benefits, and a chance to fulfill OB's Christian mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of management experience in emergency response or related fields.
• Experience leading, training, or coaching teams in dynamic environments.
• Hands-on experience with carpentry or housing repairs is a plus.
• Strong project management and logistics skills.
• Ability to deploy rapidly and work in austere conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passport and valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to obtain international travel vaccinations.
• CDL Class A or forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support disaster response operations from preparation to recovery.
• Coordinate logistics for deployments domestically and internationally.
• Lead, train, and supervise volunteers in the field.
• Maintain equipment and resources for rapid response.
• Ensure safety and compliance in challenging environments.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Project management

Logistics

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Passport & driver’s license

Tools

Inventory software

Transportation software

Job description

Operation Blessing, based in Virginia Beach, seeks a Deployment Technician to support disaster-response operations. This hands-on, mission-focused role requires leading volunteers, coordinating logistics, and ensuring teams and equipment are ready to deploy quickly.

You will train staff, manage field operations, and assist with cleanup and rebuilding while staying calm under pressure. The job offers on-site work, generous benefits, and a chance to fulfill OB's Christian mission.