Can’t stand the office life anymore, and do you want to remove yourself as far away as possible from all human life? Then you are in need of a remote and off the grid job! Don’t know what these jobs are? Then don’t worry, we have listed 10 remote jobs that are completely off the grid! Keep on reading and discover them all!
Antarctic Researcher
One of the best ways to go completely off the grid is to go to one of the places no one in their “right mind” would want to go. This is exactly what Antarctic researchers do. They study glaciers, penguins, and climate change while they’re surviving in -60º temperatures. There are only 1000 researchers that winter there annually. They all live in tiny stations with rationed supplies. You might have to get some night goggles, as there might not be daylight for months at a time.
Space Station Crew Member – Completely Off the grid and the planet!
Are you not only done with other people but with Earth in general? then becoming a Space Station Crew Member might be your dream job! You’ll get to work feeling zero weight on your shoulders, as there won’t be any gravity, and you’ll be orbiting Earth at 17.500mph. However, the downside is that there is no such thing as gourmet food In space, and all you can get are dehydrated meals!
Undersea Welder
If you’re not afraid of the dark and if you’re able to swim pretty well, then undersea welding might be your calling. With this job, you’ll have to dive deep to repair pipelines, oil rigs, or even ships. This all while battling darkness, high pressure.. oh yeah and some curious sharks! However, the job is a high-risk, high-reward type of job as you can make up to 300.000$ annually if you get back to the shore, that is!
Deep-Sea Fisherman
Are you not prone to seasickness? Do you not mind getting a bit wet? Then, you might want to become a Deep-Sea fisherman. These people go out in the stormiest seas on earth and are completely cut off from any form of civilization while they’re out. This job is not for everyone as you will be working long hours and will be in very dangerous situations. However, there are captains who rake in over $100.000 per season!
Arctic Wildlife Photographer, an off the grid job with friends.. kind of.
Do you like taking pictures and don’t mind freezing temperatures? Then, becoming an Arctic wildlife photographer might be the right job for you. Spend months tracking polar bears, narwhals, and snow leopards in temperatures that can freeze your eyelashes. Equipment must be heated, and patience is key, as it can take weeks to get the perfect shot. However, for people who like photography, it is one of the most rewarding jobs.
Remote Island Caretaker
Do you like spending time on beautiful beaches and enjoying the gorgeous sunsets? Then you might want to become a remote Island Caretaker! These people live on remote Islands and take care of them for conservation or tourism. However, they spend somewhere between 6 and 12 months alone on the islands, making it truly off-grid.
Desert Astronomer, an off the grid job with an amazing view!
We all like to stargaze every once in a while; however, what if you could get paid to do this? This is exactly what Desert astronomers get to do. They have to work in places like Chile’s Atacama Desert, where the sky is so clear you can see 5000 stars with the naked eye. Unfortunately, this job only has night shift availabilities!
Volcano Observer
If you want to work somewhere warm and tropical, then you might want to become a volcano observer. These people closely monitor volcanic activity in hotspots like Hawaii, Iceland, or Indonesia. You’ll also get to wear cool gear like heat-resistant boots and gas masks. However, you might have to face lava, which can flow up to 15mph, so you better ensure you’ve practiced running in those boots!
Offshore Oil Rig Worker
Do you like to relax for long periods of time? Then, becoming an offshore oil rig worker might be the best career for you. You’ll get to spend weeks living and working in the middle of the ocean, drilling oil and fighting boredom. However, you then get to spend weeks at home doing whatever you want with an annual salary of up to 100.000$! The only downside? Helicopter rides are your “weekly” commute!
Forest Fire Lookout
With this job, you get to live alone in a tower, and all you have to do is spot smoke across miles of forests. You might not have a lot of electricity or plumbing, but you’ll get an amazing view and a calming experience. Watching YouTube videos to kill time won’t work, but you can always bring something else, like a good book to read!
