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Strategic Operations, Inc.

Construction Laborer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

... disaster response. Position Summary: We are seeking a reliable and motivated entry-level ... Key Responsibilities: * Assist with general construction tasks, including site preparation, cleanup ...

BMS CAT

Restoration Technician

Mission Viejo, CA

$25/hr

BMS CAT is a national leader in disaster restoration. From initial clean up to complete rebuilds ... Maintain a clean and safe working environment * Communicate daily progress reports and other ...

Water and Fire

Mitigation Technician

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$20 - $25.75/hr

About Us We are a fast-growing disaster mitigation company supporting homeowners and businesses ... cleanup. * Maintain accurate documentation including photos, moisture readings, job notes, and ...

A1 Restoration

Mitigation Technician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

About Us We are a fast-growing disaster mitigation company supporting homeowners and businesses ... cleanup. * Maintain accurate documentation including photos, moisture readings, job notes, and ...

WELLQUEST LIVING LLC

Dishwasher

Palo Alto, CA

$15.50 - $17.50/hr

Complete general cleanup of dish room, kitchen and dining areas. * Make resident satisfaction the ... Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

WellQuest Corporate

Dishwasher

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $17.50/hr

Complete general cleanup of dish room, kitchen and dining areas. * Make resident satisfaction the ... Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

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How much do disaster cleanup workers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for disaster cleanup workers in California is $24.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Disaster Cleanup Workers vs Emergency Response Technicians?

Disaster Cleanup WorkersEmergency Response Technicians
Focus on cleaning and restoring properties after disastersProvide immediate response and rescue during emergencies
Typically require safety training and cleanup certificationsRequire emergency response certifications and first aid training
Work environment includes damaged buildings, flood zones, fire sitesWork in emergency scenes, accident sites, disaster zones
Employed by cleanup companies, government agencies, insurance firmsEmployed by emergency services, fire departments, rescue teams

Disaster Cleanup Workers primarily handle post-disaster cleanup and restoration, focusing on cleaning debris and restoring properties. In contrast, Emergency Response Technicians provide immediate assistance during emergencies, including rescue and first aid. While both roles require safety and emergency response training, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly, with Disaster Cleanup Workers focusing on recovery after the initial incident.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Cleanup Workers job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,648 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Mitigation Technician

Bakersfield, CA • On-site

Alert Disaster Restoration
Construction • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Alert Disaster Restorationexternal

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Mitigation Technician will be critical to our Emergency Response and Pressure Washing Team: 

Mitigation Technician position will be critical in cleanup and mitigation services to residential and commercial properties due to water, fire, mold, storm, or other disasters.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with other crew members with onsite responsibilities.

• Perform disaster response, emergency mitigation, water extraction, structural drying, and demolition, following IICRC standards.

• Set dehumidifiers, fans, air purifiers, and other equipment at the work site, ensuring proper setup and removal.

• Perform moisture mapping and loss documentation, utilizing MICA and other proprietary software.

• Perform initial loss inspection.

• Remove drywall, carpets, insulation, etc. and perform general demolition after a loss.

• Participate in our 24-hour call rotation, responding to emergency losses after hours and on weekends, as dictated by the on-call schedule.

• Drive company vehicles, including trucks, trailers, and other machinery.

• Rotated as needed into Pressure Washing Team

• Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

• Ability to perform demolition work, including climbing, working in extreme temperatures, and in confined spaces.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• IICRC Certificated in WRT and Mold (preferred)


Hours: Full-Time, Permanent, Monday to Friday 7am to 3:30pm (30 min lunch), Optional Overtime included with pre-approval from Mitigation Manager or as scheduled by Dispatch and Scheduling Department.