Rapid-Response Disaster Deployment Technician

Socket.dev; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Chapel time

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Operation Blessing in Bristol, TN seeks a Deployment Technician to support disaster-response operations, coordinate logistics, train volunteers, and help deploy teams and equipment quickly in challenging environments.

You’ll prepare for missions, assist with cleanup and rebuilding, and maintain readiness between deployments, with opportunities to travel domestically or internationally and to apply strong leadership and problem-solving skills in real-world service.

Qualifications

• 3 years of management experience preferred, preferably in military, emergency response, humanitarian, disaster relief, or event-management environments
• Experience leading, training, or coaching teams in dynamic or high-pressure environments
• Hands-on experience with basic carpentry, remodeling, construction, or housing repairs; contractor experience or industry qualifications a plus
• Strong project management, logistics, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and effective when circumstances change quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to participate in media interviews
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, contractors, community members, and organizational leaders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with inventory or transportation software
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently with limited infrastructure and resources
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with communities affected by disaster or conflict
• The physical stamina to work in demanding conditions with ability to lift 60 pounds or more
• A willingness and ability to deploy rapidly, sometimes within hours, and remain in the field for extended periods
• The ability to work in austere environments, including conditions with limited electricity, running water, or other basic amenities
• A current passport and valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to obtain and maintain required international-travel vaccinations
• CPR/AED/First Responder certification preferred
• CDL Class A with Air Brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain one; forklift certification is a plus
• Demonstrated life application of Biblical principles and practices in alignment with OB’s non‑profit Christian mission

Responsibilities

• Support disaster response efforts from preparation to recovery, deploying domestically or internationally as needed to coordinate logistics
• Support field operations and help communities rebuild
• Between deployments, focus on training, preparedness, and maintaining resources and equipment for rapid response

Skills

Management experience

Team leadership

Carpentry/Construction

Project logistics

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Inventory software

Self-motivation

Cultural awareness

Physical stamina

Willingness to deploy internationally

Passport valid

Driver's license

Tools

Contractor qualifications

Job description

Operation Blessing in Bristol, TN seeks a Deployment Technician to support disaster-response operations, coordinate logistics, train volunteers, and help deploy teams and equipment quickly in challenging environments.

You’ll prepare for missions, assist with cleanup and rebuilding, and maintain readiness between deployments, with opportunities to travel domestically or internationally and to apply strong leadership and problem-solving skills in real-world service.