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How much do auto recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for auto recovery in Texas is $16.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.33 and $17.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Auto Recovery vs Auto Body Technician?

AspectAuto RecoveryAuto Body Technician
CertificationsCommercial driver’s license (CDL), towing certificationsASE certifications, collision repair certifications
Work EnvironmentRoadside, towing yards, repair shopsAuto repair shops, collision centers
Job FocusRecovering and towing vehiclesRepairing vehicle body damage

Auto Recovery specialists focus on retrieving and towing vehicles, often working on roadsides or in towing yards. Auto Body Technicians repair vehicle damage, working mainly in repair shops. While both roles involve vehicle care, their skills, certifications, and work environments differ significantly, making each role unique within the automotive industry.

What is an auto recovery agent?

Auto Recovery agents, also known as repossession agents, are professionals responsible for locating and repossessing vehicles when borrowers default on their auto loans or leases. They work on behalf of lenders, such as banks or finance companies, to recover vehicles in accordance with local laws and regulations. Their duties often include tracking down vehicles, communicating with vehicle owners, and safely transporting repossessed vehicles to designated locations. Auto Recovery agents must be knowledgeable about legal procedures and often work irregular hours. It's a job that requires discretion, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an auto recovery agent?

To thrive as an Auto Recovery Agent, you need knowledge of repossession laws, vehicle handling, and typically a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Familiarity with GPS tracking systems, tow truck operation, and sometimes certification from organizations like the Certified Asset Recovery Specialist (CARS) program are important. Strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under stress set top performers apart. These skills are critical for ensuring safe, legal, and efficient recovery of assets while minimizing conflict and liability.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in auto recovery and how can they be managed?

Auto recovery professionals often face challenges such as dealing with difficult or emotional vehicle owners, working irregular hours, and handling safety risks during repossessions. Successful recovery agents develop strong communication and conflict-resolution skills, follow strict legal guidelines, and stay vigilant about personal safety. Many companies provide ongoing training and support, and teamwork with dispatchers and law enforcement is common to ensure smooth operations and minimize confrontations.
Infographic showing various Auto Recovery job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,690 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Tissue Recovery Technician I

Southwest Transplant Alliance

El Paso, TX • On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Summary:
The Tissue Recovery Technician I role is responsible for performing tissue recovery and leading a recovery team in recovery of post-mortem tissues as determined by the authorization, as well as, organizational and processor needs, to ensure safe human grafts for transplantation. Responsible for using aseptic technique to assist and/or to perform the recovery of post-mortem human tissue including bone, connective tissue, skin, heart for heart valves, and/or veins to ensure safe grafts for transplantation. Tissue recovered may be for the purpose of transplant, research, and education.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Responds promptly and reports to tissue donor cases, once assigned and as directed by the recovery team leader
  • Performs duties as assigned from the recovery team lead during each case in compliance with STA's policies and procedures
  • Performs the recovery of tissue, circulates, and assists the team as needed during the case
  • Performs duties as assigned in compliance with STA's policies and procedures, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Assists in preparing surgical site and donor for recovering and performing post-donation activities, as appropriate
  • Performs quality control practices as defined by standard operating procedures
  • Displays respect for the donor and donor family at all times, maintains donor confidentiality and communicates clearly to other agencies and departments as needed
  • Attends departmental meetings and completes required training to ensure compliance and keeps abreast of industry, organizational, and departmental changes
  • Maintains confidentiality of donor information in accordance with STA policies
  • Verifies the authorization and Donor Risk Assessment Interview (DRAI), ensuring compliance with AATB and Processor requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Compliance:
OSHA CATEGORY DEFINITION: Category 1 - The incumbent in this position has potential for occupational exposure
The incumbent will have access to confidential material and is required to use discretion with this information and comply with STA Confidentiality policy
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
  • Associates degree in a life science
  • Certification in surgical technology/medical/paramedical professional is preferred to perform all technical functions of the position / equivalent work-related experience
  • Knowledge of aseptic technique, Human Anatomy and Physiology; disease processes, surgical instrumentation and maintenance

Qualifications and Skills:
  • Excellent oral, written, and documentation skills
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and to represent the organization publicly
  • Self-motivated and possess the ability to meet the requirements of a demanding call schedule required
  • Ability to meet assigned deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required
  • Ability to cope with high levels of stress and able to handle a heavy workload
  • Ability to be flexible in a dynamic work environment
  • Ability to travel in light and commercial aircraft or drive his/her personal auto in order to meet all job duties and responsibilities
  • Current Driver's license required

Physical Environment / Working Conditions:
Performs tissue recoveries in hospital morgues, hospital operating rooms, coroner offices, autopsy suites, and funeral homes/mortuaries. Perform office duties in a normal office environment. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. Travel in light and commercial aircraft, or automobile is required in order to meet all the duties and responsibilities of the position. Is required to use his/her private auto for job related ground transportation.
Other:
Southwest Transplant Alliance maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by statute. In addition to federal law requirements, STA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the STA has staff.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Director of People Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.