Job Description:
Disaster Relief - Bristol, TNBring Help. Bring Hope. Be Ready to Go. When disaster strikes, people need more than supplies - they need someone willing to step in, serve, and help communities begin to rebuild. 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. If you have a heart for serving others, strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and the practical experience to get things done when conditions are far from ideal, this could be an opportunity to use your skills for something that truly matters. 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.
What You'll Do:
You'll 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, you'll focus on training, preparedness, and maintaining the resources and equipment needed for a rapid response. What You Bring 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 vaccinationsCPR/AED/First Responder certification preferredCDL 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 Why Work at Operation Blessing At Operation Blessing, your work brings you opportunities to serve locally and around the world. You'll be part of a mission-driven team that responds when people are facing some of life's most difficult circumstances - providing relief, restoring lives, and demonstrating Christ's love to hurting communities. We also believe in investing in the people who make this mission possible. Operation Blessing offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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, and more. Operation Blessing (OB) is a non-profit humanitarian organization that provides strategic relief on an ongoing basis through core programs such as hunger relief, medical care, clean water, and disaster relief. Headquartered in beautiful Virginia Beach, VA, OB offers a professional and rewarding work environment, competitive salary, and benefits package to include healthcare for full-time positions. If you meet the listed qualifications and are in agreement with OB's mission and purpose, please click apply or visit our OB Job Board at www.ob.org for application and benefit information. We are unable to give full consideration to resumes without applications. Certificates/Security Clearances/OtherCPR/AED/First Responder certification preferredCDL Class A with Air Brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain one; forklift certification is a plus
