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A Disaster Response Team (DRT) job involves providing emergency assistance, relief, and support during natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and other emergencies. Team members work on-site to assess damage, coordinate resources, and aid affected communities. Responsibilities may include search and rescue, medical aid, shelter setup, and logistics management. DRT professionals often collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, and first responders to ensure effective disaster management. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to work under high-pressure conditions.

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To thrive as a Disaster Response Team member, you need expertise in emergency management, first aid, crisis intervention, and often a relevant degree or comparable experience in public safety or healthcare. Familiarity with incident command systems (ICS), radio communication devices, and certifications such as CPR, FEMA, or OSHA are commonly expected. Strong teamwork, resilience, decision-making, and adaptability are essential soft skills in stressful and rapidly evolving situations. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective, coordinated responses under pressure and ensuring the safety of both the public and team members.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Response Team job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, and 89% Full Time. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,691 per year, or $35.9 per hour.
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US Disaster Response Team (seasonal Employment)

Cat5 Resources LLC

Beaumont, TX • On-site, Remote

$30/hr

Temporary

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver fuel to customer sites.

  • Deploy generators to customer sites and start generators when needed.

  • Troubleshoot minor generator issues and report required information into the command center.

Job description

About Cat5 Resources LLC
Cat5 Resources is a certified Woman-Owned Business providing technical and operational services to critical infrastructure across the Southern US, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.
Since 2013, we've supported telecommunications, utilities, and essential industries with services including Disaster Recovery, Operations and Maintenance, Electrical, Civil and Construction, and Transportation and Logistics. In 2016, we expanded into Puerto Rico with Cat5 Caribbean, and in 2024, we launched Cat5 Power Solutions to deliver portable power sales and rentals across the region.
We are committed to powering and protecting the infrastructure that keeps businesses and communities running-whether during daily operations or times of disaster.
SEASONAL DISASTER RESPONSE TEAM
Location: Beaumont, TX and surrounding areas
When a natural disaster or large scale power outage occurs anywhere in the United States, our customers call upon us to support their backup power needs. Our disaster recovery team plays a big part in enabling us to provide this service by transporting fuel and generators to our clients' sites.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Delivering fuel to customer sites
  • Deploying generators to customer sites
  • Starting generators when needed
  • Troubleshooting minor generator issues
  • Reporting required information into the command center(s)
  • Special projects as needed

REQUIREMENTS
  • Must possess basic electrical and/or mechanical knowledge
  • Must own a smart device (smartphone, laptop, and/or tablet)
  • Must own a reliable 1/2 ton (or larger) four wheel drive diesel truck if you wish to fuel or deploy generators
  • Must have a flexible schedule, storm crews are deployed on an as needed basis for disaster response events. However, lack of availability does not disqualify you from future deployments
  • Must have valid driver's license, good driving record, and current vehicle insurance
  • MUST BE 25 or OLDER. Cat5 is an equal opportunity employer however our insurance requirements state that anyone driving a vehicle on company time must be 25 or older. This is non-negotiable

Cat5 Resources, LLC is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.
The pay range for this role is:
30 - 30 USD per hour (Day to Day Seasonal Rate)
40 - 40 USD per hour (Disaster Response Rate)
45 - 45 USD per hour (DR Rate after a successful year with the company)

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