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Barrow Wise Consulting

Claims Data Engineer

MD · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Design and implement standardized data management procedures around data staging, data ingestion, data preparation, data provisioning, and data destruction (scripts, programs, automation, assisted by ...

SHREDFAST MOBILE DATA DESTRUCTION INC

Welder Tier 1

Airway Heights, WA · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description Shredfast, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of mobile document disposal and data destruction vehicles in the United States and we are looking for a skilled sheet metal fabricator to join ...

AMERICAN CIRCULAR INC

ITED Technician

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

This position focuses on computer hardware, secure data destruction, quality assurance, inventory accuracy, and R2v3-compliant processing. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail ...

DMD Systems Recovery

Sales Representative

You will work closely with prospective clients to understand their ITAD needs and promote DMD's services to ensure secure data destruction, equipment resale, and environmental sustainability. Key ...

AMERICAN CIRCULAR INC

ITED Technician

Clearwater, FL

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

This position focuses on computer hardware, secure data destruction, quality assurance, inventory accuracy, and R2v3-compliant processing. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail ...

Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Burke, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Manassas, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Springfield, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Herndon, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Aldie, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Merrifield, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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Leidos

Document Destruction Technician

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$45K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role ensures the integrity of destruction operations through meticulous recordkeeping ... Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ...

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How much do data destruction jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for data destruction in the United States is $22.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data destruction?

A Data Destruction job involves securely erasing, shredding, or otherwise eliminating sensitive digital or physical data to prevent unauthorized access or recovery. Professionals in this field use specialized software, degaussers, or physical destruction methods to ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations. This role is essential for companies handling sensitive information, such as financial records, personal data, or proprietary business information.

What does a data destruction do?

In a data destruction role, your daily tasks often include receiving, inventorying, and securely destroying hard drives, storage devices, or physical documents using approved methods and equipment. You'll document each step to comply with regulatory and client requirements, sometimes providing certificates of destruction. The position typically requires close collaboration with IT teams, logistics staff, and sometimes external vendors to ensure all data is handled according to company policies and legal standards. Attention to confidentiality and following detailed protocols are a must, as you may regularly encounter sensitive information.

What does data destruction mean?

Data destruction in a data destruction job refers to the process of securely erasing or physically destroying digital information to prevent unauthorized access. This often involves methods such as degaussing, shredding, or using certified software tools, and requires adherence to industry standards and certifications to ensure data is unrecoverable.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in data destruction, and why are they important?

To excel in Data Destruction, you need a keen understanding of data privacy regulations, strong attention to detail, and experience with secure data wiping or physical destruction techniques, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industry tools such as degaussers, shredders, and software-based erasure solutions, as well as certifications like NAID AAA or CompTIA Security+, is often preferred. Dependability, integrity, and clear communication are vital soft skills, as trustworthiness and adherence to strict protocols are essential in this role. These capabilities ensure sensitive data is completely and compliantly destroyed, protecting organizational and customer information from breach or misuse.

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Infographic showing various Data Destruction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,022 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

ITAD Sales Specialist

Minnesota Diversified Industries

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

The ITAD Sales Specialist will be responsible for driving new business and expanding the market presence of Repowered's IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services. This role will focus on selling ITAD solutions, including data security, asset recovery, recycling, and refurbishment to enterprise clients, government agencies, and other key markets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in ITAD sales, deep knowledge of ITAD processes, and a strong ability to build long-term client relationships. This role is critical in accelerating revenue growth and expanding the company’s market share in ITAD services. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead Generation and Prospecting 
    • Proactively identify potential clients through market research, cold outreach, and networking
    • Engage prospects via email, phone calls, and face-to-face meetings 
    • Use CRM tools to manage sales pipeline, track prospects, and report on sales activity
  • Client Relationship Management
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers by acting as a trusted advisor on IT asset disposition strategies, compliance, and security
    • Understand client needs and develop tailored ITAD solutions that address their requirements for data security, environmental responsibility, asset recovery, and compliance
    • Lead contract negotiations, close deals efficiently, and guide clients through the onboarding process
    • Manage client expectations regarding timelines, services, and outcomes
  • Collaboration and Subject Matter Expertise 
    • Work closely with ITAD processing and logistics teams to ensure seamless implementation and service delivery for clients
    • Communicate with internal teams to identify upsell opportunities for value-added services such as data destruction, refurbishment, and e-waste recycling
    • Provide regular sales forecasts and performance updates to sales team and senior leadership
    • Stay current on industry trends, competitive landscape, and changes in ITAD regulations

 ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT asset disposition (ITAD) processes, data security requirements, environmental regulations, and industry certifications (e.g., R2, e-Stewards, HIPAA, GDPR, NIST standards).
  • Sales Skills: Strong consultative sales skills with the ability to understand client pain points and offer tailored solutions. Proven ability to navigate complex sales cycles and negotiate large deals.
  • Technical Acumen: Familiarity with IT hardware, data destruction methods, and asset recovery strategies. Ability to discuss technical aspects of ITAD with IT professionals.
  • CRM Proficiency: Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) to track sales activities, manage pipelines, and report on performance.
  • Client Focus: Demonstrated ability to build and nurture client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
  • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ITAD solutions to executive-level clients.
  • Support of and ability to reflect the values of Repowered: Growth Mindset, Empathy, Interconnectedness, Safety, Stewardship, Commitment, and Hope.
  • Preferred: Existing network of contacts within industries that required ITAD services; knowledge of global ITAD regulations and compliance standards.

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