Deployment Technician – Global Disaster Relief

About the role

Operation Blessing (OB) is looking for a Deployment Technician to join our Global Disaster Relief team. This is a hands-on, mission-focused role for someone who thrives in challenging environments, stays calm under pressure, and is ready to respond when the call comes. You’ll support disaster-response operations in the field, lead and train volunteers, coordinate logistics, assist with cleanup and rebuilding efforts, and help ensure our teams and equipment are ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. Serving in this position facilitates ministry activities and contributes to OB’s Biblical mission to extend a helping hand in Christ’s name to meet physical and spiritual needs.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $50,000 – $53,000 annually. Final compensation within this range will be determined based on a combination of education, relevant experience, and demonstrated skills aligned with the role requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 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
• The 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

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Health and life insurance
• Department and ministry-wide chapel time
• Substantial tuition reduction for employees and dependents through our partnership with Regent University