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AVEM LABS, LLC

Tissue Recovery Technician

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

... recovery functions. * Must show aptitude to develop appropriate skills needed for the job ... Will have contact/exposure with bio-hazardous materials, chemicals, and blood and human tissue.

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How much do bio recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for bio recovery in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bio recovery technician?

Bio recovery technicians are professionals trained to safely clean, disinfect, and remove hazardous biological materials from crime scenes, accidents, trauma incidents, or locations affected by infectious diseases. Their work involves handling substances like blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials, ensuring that sites are fully restored to a safe condition. They follow strict safety protocols and use specialized equipment and cleaning agents to prevent the spread of pathogens. Bio recovery technicians often work in emotionally challenging environments and must adhere to legal and health regulations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a bio recovery technician?

To thrive as a Bio Recovery Technician, you need training in hazardous material handling, knowledge of OSHA regulations, and often a certification in biohazard cleanup or crime scene cleaning. Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning/disinfection chemicals, and specialized decontamination tools is typically required. Attention to detail, emotional resilience, and strong communication skills are essential for both safety and supporting affected individuals. These skills are crucial to ensure thorough, compliant, and compassionate cleanup in environments exposed to biological hazards.

What are common challenges faced by bio recovery professionals, and how are they addressed on the job?

Bio Recovery professionals often encounter emotionally challenging and hazardous situations, such as crime scenes, trauma incidents, or unattended deaths. These challenges require strict adherence to safety protocols, use of personal protective equipment, and strong emotional resilience. Teamwork and ongoing training are essential, as professionals frequently collaborate to ensure thorough cleaning, compliance with regulations, and support for affected environments. Employers typically offer mental health resources and support systems to help staff cope with the demanding nature of the work.

What is the difference between Bio Recovery vs Biohazard Technician?

AspectBio RecoveryBiohazard Technician
CertificationsBloodborne Pathogens, OSHA trainingBloodborne Pathogens, OSHA training
Work EnvironmentCrime scenes, accident sites, trauma scenesCrime scenes, trauma scenes, infectious disease cleanup
Industry UsageCrime scene cleanup, trauma scene remediationBiohazard cleanup, infectious disease decontamination

Bio Recovery specialists and Biohazard Technicians often perform similar tasks in cleaning and disinfecting biohazardous scenes. Both roles require certifications like Bloodborne Pathogens training and work in similar environments such as crime and trauma scenes. However, Bio Recovery typically emphasizes trauma scene cleanup and recovery services, while Biohazard Technicians may focus more broadly on infectious disease decontamination and hazardous material handling.

Do you need a degree to do bio recovery?

Bio recovery technicians typically do not need a college degree but must complete specialized training and certifications in biohazard handling, safety procedures, and sanitation. Employers often prioritize experience, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols over formal education.
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Infographic showing various Bio Recovery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,235 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Bio-Hazardous/Hazardous Material Waste Field Technician

BIO CLEAN INC

Marysville, WA

$21 - $28/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

In addition to all the skills and responsibilities of Field Technicians, essential duties and responsibility include, but are not limited to, the following listed items, as well as other duties that may be assigned:
 
•   Under supervision, perform bio-recovery services/remediation in residential homes, offices, apartments, privately owned vehicles, company vehicles, police vehicles, jail cells, and in open spaces (i.e. timberland). The job will also include non haz-mat cleaning, for example: painting, cleaning company vehicles, stocking and receiving supplies, and participating in community relations.
•   Pending Training & Washington State Certification: Follow written protocols for meth lab clean-up which includes the removal, and disposal of residue from methamphetamine drug labs.
•   Follow written protocols on removal, cleaning, and disposal of bodily fluids, blood, mold, animal feces/carcasses, sewer debris, and sharps (hypodermic needles)
•   Pending Training & Washington State Certification: Follow written protocols on removal, cleaning, and disposal of asbestos containing materials (ACM).
•   Use of personal protective equipment is required when Bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials/waste are present.
•   Personnel may be required to drive long distances (typically less than 300 miles) and stay in accommodations until jobs are complete.
•   This job requires 24-hour emergency response.
•   This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
•   Abide by all OSHA, WISHA, DOSH and company safety rules and regulations.
•   Employees may be in position to answer phones, obtain client information, arrange appointments and answer inquiries. Also take messages for owner or employees and record name, time of call, nature of business and person called upon.
•   Position includes but is not limited to having emergency phone lines forwarded to employees after business hours and weekends.
•   Have knowledge of all equipment used by Bio Clean Inc. including but not limited to: air monitoring, sampling, power tools, and negative air machine, flood pumper, etc.
 
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•   Knowledge of personal protective equipment found in 29 CFR1910.132 through 1910.138. Training will be provided by the company.

Reasoning Ability:
•   Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation.
 
Physical Demands:
•   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, drive, lift and clean. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
 
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
•   The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ear protection is mandatory when decibels reach over 80.
•   Malodor/cadaver and chemical agent odors
•   Graphic and traumatic bio-hazardous scenes
•   Use of electrical tools and equipment
•   Confrontational and/or grief-stricken clients.
•   Diverse employee personalities
•   Water/sewage intrusion
•   Airborne contaminates.
•   Mandatory use of proper personal protective equipment i.e.: coveralls, booties, goggles, respirators, gloves: job specific PPE’S
Warehouse is in Marysville and we have a fleet of vehicles for usage upon passing driving record check.  Jobs can be all over Western Washington -  may have to drive own vehicle to job site if it's more convenient.