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Recovery Technician jobs are open across automotive repossession, addiction treatment, disaster restoration, and equipment services, at levels from entry-level field technician to senior lead and supervisor, with specializations in vehicle recovery, substance use support, and property restoration. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Would You Like a Life-Changing Career With LifeGift
Where You Can Grow as a Tissue Recovery Technician with an Incredible
Team That Offers Hope and Saves Lives?
Enjoy a fulfilling career with LifeGift, where you can be a part of our gift of HOPE, while modeling our values of Passion, Compassion, and Professionalism to the LifeGift community.
LifeGift is currently looking for a Tissue Recovery Technician in Fort Worth, Texas. Are you someone that will support LifeGift by assisting with the tissue recovery and packaging of tissue to appropriate parties
Do you possess the attributes to be a successful Tissue Recovery Technician and perform the following essential functions?
- Assist in the preparation of the operating room suite.
- Prepare the donor for the aseptic surgical tissue recovery process.
- Utilize aseptic technique to assist in all aspects of cadaveric tissue recovery according to established guidelines.
- Assist in the performance of each step in the collection, culturing, packaging, and labeling of tissues.
- Assist with body reconstruction and disposition of the body after procurement.
- Be available for call during scheduled shifts as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Do you have the education and experience to be a Tissue Recovery Technician?
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Must have clinical work experience in the medical field
- Experience in tissue recovery preferred
This role requires frequent travel and ability to commute to different hospital partners within our service area, as well as the availability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
As a condition of employment, you must be able to attain Hospital Badge and EMR Access from all of the LifeGift Hospital Partners.
Our Purpose
Established in 1987, LifeGift offers hope and optimism by delivering life-saving transplants to thousands of people in Texas and beyond waiting for an organ, eye, or tissue transplant. We provide a legacy of hope to grieving families whose loved one selflessly gives the gift of life through donation so that another can live.
The Heart of Our Culture
We are a diverse organization by nature, but inclusive by choice. LifeGift strives to reflect the communities where we live, work, and thrive as diversity is the core of us. We are an organization that understands, nurtures, and values our team members’ unique needs, perspectives, and voices. Here, at LifeGift, you will walk alongside our leaders, and be a part of our incredible team on which everyone is essential to contributing to our continued growth and success.
Benefits for Your Career Well-Being
LifeGift recognizes the importance of work-life balance and has created a culture that allows team members to prioritize what matters most in their lives. In addition to providing our team members with an exceptional benefits package, we also encourage time off to relax and recharge.
LifeGift offers generous and competitive benefits, and these are only to name a few:
- Comprehensive Medical and Retirement Benefits Package, that includes a retirement match and a HSA that is funded by LifeGift
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Paid Time-Off, Plus Holidays
- Vacation buyback program
- Anniversary holiday
- Deferred holiday options
If you would like to learn more about this life-changing career opportunity and have the qualifications to be a part of our great team, we encourage you to click on the button below to complete an application for consideration. Thank you for your interest in LifeGift and we look forward to hearing from you!
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in recovery technician jobs.
- Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record and CDL preferred for vehicle recovery roles
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in outdoor or confined environments for extended periods
- IICRC certification or equivalent credential for restoration and water damage recovery positions
- Knowledge of repossession law, lien procedures, or state-specific recovery regulations for automotive roles
- Experience operating tow trucks, flatbeds, boom lifts, or specialized recovery and extraction equipment
- CADC, CASAC, or peer support certification for behavioral health and substance use recovery technician roles
Tips for Your Recovery Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to the specialty
Recovery technician roles differ sharply by industry. A resume built for vehicle repossession should highlight skip-tracing, lien knowledge, and towing certifications, while one targeting restoration should lead with water mitigation or IICRC credentials. Generic resumes lose out to targeted ones.
List every relevant certification you hold
Employers in this field screen hard on credentials before reading anything else. CDL class, IICRC modules, CADC or CASAC levels, and DOT medical card status should appear near the top of your resume, not buried in a separate section at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists recovery technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by equipment type, not just title
Many employers post these roles under different titles, such as repossession agent, recovery specialist, or restoration technician. Search by the equipment or setting you work in, like flatbed, boom truck, or water extraction, to surface openings that match your actual skills.
Prepare scenario answers about judgment calls
Interviewers for recovery roles routinely ask how you handled a confrontational repossession, a volatile client in treatment, or a contaminated restoration site. Prepare two or three specific stories that show de-escalation, safety compliance, and decision-making under pressure.
Negotiate schedule and on-call terms clearly
Many recovery technician positions involve rotating nights, weekend dispatch, or on-call requirements that affect total compensation. Before accepting an offer, confirm exactly how on-call hours are paid and whether overtime is calculated on a daily or weekly basis.
Recovery Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most recovery technicians?
E3 Environmental, Northeast Recovery, and The Nature Conservancy are hiring the most recovery technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Ohio, Texas, and Kentucky, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest in states with large vehicle fleets, active disaster zones, or expanded behavioral health infrastructure.
How many recovery technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of recovery technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on most of these roles are. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are case coordination, documentation review, and phone-based client support within behavioral health recovery programs.
How do you become a recovery technician?
Start by identifying which sector you want to enter, since the path differs across vehicle repossession, property restoration, and behavioral health recovery. For automotive roles, obtain a CDL and complete a repossession training program. For restoration, pursue IICRC certification. For behavioral health, complete a state-approved peer support or CADC training program, then apply for entry-level field positions to build supervised hours.
Can you get hired as a recovery technician with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire entry-level recovery technicians and train on the job, particularly in vehicle repossession and disaster restoration. Holding a clean driving record, a CDL permit, or any relevant safety certification makes you a stronger candidate. Behavioral health roles often specifically value lived experience, which can substitute for formal credentials when combined with peer support training.
What does the recovery technician interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on availability, driving record, and physical readiness. An in-person or video interview follows, covering scenario-based questions about handling difficult situations, safety protocols, and equipment operation. Some automotive and restoration employers include a brief skills assessment or a ride-along with a senior technician before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to recovery technician jobs?
You can find and apply to recovery technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The openings update regularly, so checking back often gives you a current view of what is available.
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