Traveling Restoration Technician / Mover (Full-Time)

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Posted 4 months ago

Full Time

Des Moines, Iowa

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Responsibilities

Pack, move, and transport homeowners' belongings following fire, water, or mold damage. Work on-site at residential and commercial properties across Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri.

Qualifications

You are a reliable individual comfortable with weekly travel and overnight stays, capable of performing physically demanding tasks. You possess a valid driver's license with a clean record and can communicate effectively with your team and customers. No prior restoration experience is necessary as training will be provided.

Must Have Skills for ATS

driver's license

Job Description

$18–$20/hr + Overtime + Travel Pay

This is a travel-based, physically demanding role. Crews travel weekly (Monday–Friday), often driving 4–6 hours and staying out of town for multiple nights.

If you’re looking for a consistent, hands-on job with steady hours and overtime, this is a strong fit.

What You’ll Do

  • Pack, move, and transport homeowners’ belongings after fire, water, or mold damage
  • Load/unload trucks and handle items safely (team lifting 40+ lbs)
  • Work on-site at residential and commercial properties
  • Travel regularly across Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri
  • Work long days (10–12 hours during active jobs)

Pay & Perks

  • $20–$22/hr base pay
  • Overtime available most weeks
  • +$2.50/hr for overnight travel jobs
  • Hotel/Airbnb fully covered
  • Daily meal budget + per diem
  • Company vehicle and gas covered

Schedule & Travel

  • Travel required Monday–Friday (out of town most weeks)
  • Home on weekends in most cases
  • On-call rotation: approximately 1 weekend per month for emergency jobs
  • Occasional after-hours work during weekdays based on project needs

What We’re Looking For

  • Reliable and able to show up consistently
  • Comfortable with weekly travel and overnight stays
  • Able to handle physical work daily
  • Valid driver’s license and clean record
  • Able to communicate clearly with team and customers

No restoration experience required — we train the right people.

Before You Apply

This job requires:

  • Weekly travel (multiple nights away from home)
  • Physical labor every day
  • Long hours when jobs are active

If that works for your situation, you’ll have steady work and the opportunity to grow quickly.

Apply if you’re ready to work, travel, and earn consistent hours.

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