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10 of the Most Popular Types of Disaster Recovery Jobs in 2026

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The qualifications for a career in disaster recovery depend on the type of disaster and your responsibilities. Most employees in disaster relief have at least a high school degree or GED certificate, but for senior-level positions, you need a bachelor’s degree or higher. To become a paramedic, you need a medical background and the proper certification. Sound judgment and excellent critical thinking skills are vital for managing logistics under stressful situations. Opportunities in data recovery often use these same skills, along with the patience and emotional stability, for taking control of an issue. Staying current with the technology is imperative to thwart cyber attacks and have the necessary protection in place. Organizational skills are vital for ensuring regular backups of data to minimize damage and aid recovery.

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Top Types Of Disaster Recovery Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Disaster Recovery positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Disaster Cleanup

    Salary range: $46,500 - $117,000

    Disaster Cleanup is a common job search query. Most salaries for Disaster Cleanup jobs pay between $46,500 (25th percentile) and $117,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Disaster Cleanup job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Water Mitigation

    Salary range: $35,500 - $45,000

    Water Mitigation is a common job search query. Most salaries for Water Mitigation jobs pay between $35,500 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Water Mitigation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Controlled Demolition

    Salary range: $32,500 - $47,000

    Controlled Demolition is a typical job search query Most salaries for Controlled Demolition jobs pay between $32,500 (25th percentile) and $47,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Controlled Demolition job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Water Mitigation Technician

    Salary range: $39,000 - $53,500

    Water Mitigation Technician is a typical job search query Most salaries for Water Mitigation Technician jobs pay between $39,000 (25th percentile) and $53,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Water Mitigation Technician job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Storm Disaster

    Salary range: $18,500 - $106,000

    Storm Disaster is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Storm Disaster jobs pay between $18,500 (25th percentile) and $106,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Storm Disaster job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Water Restoration

    Salary range: $35,500 - $45,000

    Water Restoration is a common job search query. Most salaries for Water Restoration jobs pay between $35,500 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Water Restoration job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Fire Restoration

    Salary range: $35,000 - $62,000

    Fire Restoration is a typical job search query Most salaries for Fire Restoration jobs pay between $35,000 (25th percentile) and $62,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Restoration job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Blusky

    Salary range: $31,500 - $64,000

    Blusky is a typical job search query Most salaries for Blusky jobs pay between $31,500 (25th percentile) and $64,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Blusky job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Fire Cleanup

    Salary range: $78,000 - $124,000

    Fire cleanup jobs focus on cleanup and repair after a fire in residential or commercial properties. These experts provide restoration services that include repairing smoke damage and water damage. Position titles for fire cleanup careers include restoration technician and cleaning technician. The responsibilities of a site supervisor involve ensuring that these technicians meet expectations by overseeing operations. Building inspectors ensure the removal of contaminants and inspect construction for damage.

  • Fire Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Fire Photographer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Fire Photographer jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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