Cage Wash Technician I

About the role

Clean and disinfect animal housing, feed and water containers using the automated cage washer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Animal Care technical duties such as changing liners and sanitizing animal room walls and floors.
• Based on laboratory schedule, prioritize the sanitization of animal cages, racks, feeders, bottles and sippers, according to S.O.P.’s, using the automated cage wash machines.
• Clean and maintain a clean cage wash area.
• Ensure preparation of feed jars for washing, including discarding of old feed.
• Ensure that storage areas are maintained in an organized fashion.
• Lubricate rack wheels after being washed.
• Perform daily routine maintenance checks on the automated cage wash machines.
• Receive, store, and distribute animal husbandry supplies. Report low inventory to supervisor.
• Record all required tasks on relevant logbook records accurately and completely.
• Report the need for equipment repair (cages, racks, cage wash machines, etc.) to the appropriate personnel.
• Sanitize floors, walls, and other surfaces in the automatic cage wash area.
• Secure cage wash area and compressor room at the end of the day.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.).
• Experience: NA
• Other: Strong organizational skills necessary.

Pay

The pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

Benefits

Charles River offers a variety of benefits including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and a stock purchase program. For more information, please visit www.criver.com.