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Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors play a vital role in disaster recovery efforts by ensuring that debris removal operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with local, state, and federal ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors play a vital role in disaster recovery efforts by ensuring that debris removal operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with local, state, and federal ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

Tallahassee Debris Monitor

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

As a Houston Debris Monitor, you will be responsible for overseeing the removal and disposal of disaster debris. You will document and track debris removal efforts, ensuring compliance with ...

Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ...

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How much do debris jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for debris in the United States is $19.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Debris job?

A Debris job typically involves the removal, cleanup, and disposal of waste, rubble, or other discarded materials from construction sites, natural disaster zones, or public spaces. Workers may be responsible for sorting materials, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring proper disposal or recycling. These jobs are often physically demanding and may require safety gear and training.

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

To thrive as a Debris Removal Specialist, you need knowledge of safe waste handling procedures, physical stamina, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with heavy machinery, personal protective equipment (PPE), and certifications such as OSHA training are typically advantageous. Strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to follow detailed instructions make individuals stand out in this position. These skills are critical to ensuring efficient, compliant debris removal while maintaining safety for yourself and others on site.

What are some common challenges faced in debris removal jobs, and how do teams typically address them?

One of the most common challenges in debris removal jobs is dealing with unpredictable environments, such as post-construction sites or areas affected by storms or disasters. Teams must frequently adapt to varied debris types, weather conditions, and safety hazards, requiring flexibility and strong communication. To address these challenges, workers receive thorough safety training, use appropriate protective equipment, and coordinate closely to efficiently sort, load, and haul debris. This team-oriented approach ensures that projects are completed safely, effectively, and on schedule, while minimizing downtime and risk.
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Infographic showing various Debris job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,374 per year, or $19.9 per hour.
Debris Monitor

Debris Monitor

CDR Companies

Asheville, NC • On-site

Temporary

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

CDR Emergency Management Inc., a national emergency management firm, is seeking individuals to serve in various debris monitoring roles across several counties in North Carolina. Debris Monitors are responsible for observing and documenting cleanup operations conducted by contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in compliance with federal regulations, particularly those outlined by FEMA's Public Assistance Program. Positions may include field monitoring, tower monitoring, and waterway monitoring assignments depending on project needs.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds; individuals who live in or near the affected areas are especially encouraged to apply, as local familiarity and availability can be valuable during emergency response operations.

Essential Functions:

Waterway Monitors will be performing their duties while working on a boat. Candidates must be comfortable working on a boat 12 hours a day, possibly on choppy waters.

Field Monitors:

  • Observes and documents the debris operations, ensuring conformity with the requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Public Assistance (FEMA PA) Program, and the specific directions of the supervisors and project manager.
  • Ensures work site is safe and follow all Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirements.
  • Ensures documentation is concise, complete, and accurate (Load Tickets, Daily Reports of Activities, Incident Reports, Logs, Damage Reports, etc.)
  • Certify debris hauler's truck capacities and equipment.
  • Verifies the location(s) of assigned loading sites daily, accurately recording them on Load Tickets (including GPS coordinates, if applicable).
  • Monitors the Contractor's operations and activities, to include Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC), Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) setups, and safety.
  • Recognizes eligible vs. ineligible debris, and ensures debris is not collected from ineligible areas unless specifically directed by the client.
  • Ensures debris is not mixed during collection.
  • Properly classifies the various debris types.
  • Ensures truck capacity placard accuracy and is aware of possible attempts of tampering with its information.
  • Comes prepared with required equipment, supplies, and materials, constantly being aware of all safety considerations.
  • Maintains Load Tickets always while thoroughly completing applicable sections.
  • Thoroughly documents all pre-existing and contractor-caused damage, including pictures of the damage.
  • Completes a Daily Log of all field activities.
  • Properly and fully documents using the Load Ticket system, ensuring all previous sections have been thoroughly completed.
  • Does not allow any truck to dump without a proper Load Ticket.
  • Calls a fair percentage full for each truck arriving at the DMS Tower.
  • Makes accurate calculations based on truck's capacity and called load and applying FEMA policies accordingly.
  • Ensures the load is dumped in the proper location (segregated based on debris type).
  • Ensures DMS operations continue so that one operation doesn't adversely affect another (dumping, stacking, reduction, disposal).
  • Ensures trucks are completely empty upon exiting the DMS, always looking for false bottoms.
  • Comes prepared with required equipment, supplies, and materials.
  • Is aware of ingress and egress roads around the DMS, so that they will remain clear of debris.
  • Ensures MOT setups into and out of DMS are adequate.
  • Is aware of all safety considerations (personal and work location).

Tower Monitors:

  • Does not allow any truck to dump without a proper Load Ticket.
  • Calls a fair percentage full for each truck arriving at the DMS Tower.
  • Makes accurate calculations based on truck's capacity and called load and applying FEMA policies accordingly.
  • Ensures the load is dumped in the proper location (segregated based on debris type).
  • Ensures DMS operations continue so that one operation doesn't adversely affect another (dumping, stacking, reduction, disposal).
  • Ensures trucks are completely empty upon exiting the DMS, always looking for false bottoms.
  • Comes prepared with required equipment, supplies, and materials.
  • Is aware of ingress and egress roads around the DMS, so that they will remain clear of debris.
  • Ensures MOT setups into and out of DMS are adequate.
  • Is aware of all safety considerations (personal and work location).