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11 In-Demand Jobs After a Hurricane with links to how to get started:
Remote, Light Labor, and High-Skill Roles
After a hurricane, the need for skilled, knowledgeable workers (and even unskilled but eager) to help with disaster recovery is immense. The good news? Many of these roles are perfect for physically challenged workers who want to work from home or prefer jobs requiring light travel and minimal manual labor. If you’re currently unemployed and feeling despair, don’t worry — there are opportunities out there for you.
Here’s a list of 11 in-demand jobs that can help you turn things around and make a real impact.
1. Insurance Claims Adjuster
- Why in demand: Insurance claims skyrocket after a disaster, and companies need experienced adjusters to assess damages.
Link to How to get started:
[How to Become an Insurance Adjuster](https://www.adjusterpro.com/)
- Work type: Mostly remote, with occasional travel to assess damage
- My daughter who works in emergency management says it pays well and believe me, with Hurricane Helene there will be beaucoup demand.