About the Role If you like working with your hands, leading a crew, solving problems, and having every day look a little different, this could be a great fit. 1-800-Packouts of Fairfield & Westchester helps homeowners and businesses recover after fires, floods, and other property losses. Our job is to carefully pack, document, move, clean, store, and return the belongings inside the property while repairs are being completed. We're looking for a Lead Contents Restoration Technician who can work alongside the crew, take charge on the job site, and make sure the work gets done safely, efficiently, and professionally. One day you might be leading a packout after a water loss, the next organizing contents back at our Danbury facility, and the next helping a family move their belongings back into their restored home. What You'll Do Lead a small crew on residential and commercial contents projects Organize the job site and keep the team moving efficiently Pack, wrap, label, and protect customers' belongings Oversee detailed inventories, photographs, and digital documentation Make sure every box and item is properly identified and tracked Safely load and unload furniture, boxes, equipment, and household contents Organize trucks so belongings are protected during transportation Direct technicians and help train newer team members Check the team's work and make sure quality standards are met Communicate clearly and professionally with homeowners and customers Work alongside restoration contractors, adjusters, and other professionals on the job site Help clean and process fire- and water-damaged contents at our Danbury facility Keep job sites, vehicles, equipment, and warehouse areas clean and organized Follow safety procedures and make sure the crew does the same Solve problems when they arise — because in restoration, they will Take pride in representing 1-800-Packouts professionally Who We're Looking For You don't need to have spent your entire career in contents restoration, but you should be comfortable working in a hands-on environment and taking responsibility for a crew. Experience in restoration, moving, packing, warehousing, construction, furniture delivery, or another field-service environment is preferred. Previous crew-lead or supervisory experience is a big plus. You'll probably enjoy this role if you: Like being active rather than sitting behind a desk Take pride in doing things properly Can keep a crew organized without standing around watching everyone else work Notice the details other people miss Are comfortable speaking with customers Can stay calm when a job doesn't go exactly according to plan Enjoy solving practical problems Treat other people's belongings as carefully as you would your own Are comfortable using an iPad or phone for photos, inventory, and documentation Show up when you say you will Want the opportunity to grow as the company grows Requirements Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Comfortable moving furniture, boxes, and household contents Ability to bend, kneel, climb stairs, and stay active throughout the workday Comfortable working in homes, businesses, warehouses, and varying job-site conditions Reliable transportation to our Danbury facility Flexibility based on project schedules Willingness to occasionally work additional or adjusted hours when projects require it Why 1-800-Packouts? Restoration is a unique industry. The customers we meet are often dealing with one of the worst days they've had in a long time. A fire, flood, or major property loss can turn someone's life upside down very quickly. Our job is to make one part of that situation easier. That means being organized, working hard, treating people with respect, and handling their belongings with care. We're also a growing operation, which means the people who join us early will have the opportunity to take on more responsibility as the business grows. If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can lead a team, solve problems, learn a specialized trade, and actually see what you accomplished at the end of the day, we'd like to meet you. Apply today and tell us a little about your experience.

Pay:

$26.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 55.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid training Safety equipment provided Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person