(36508) Facility Support Technician I

The Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated animal care technician to support cage washing, sanitation, and basic facility operations. You will help maintain clean cages, monitor equipment, and assist with animal handling under supervision, ensuring high welfare standards.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow procedures precisely. No prior experience required; ALAT certification is preferred at hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma.
• No experience required; on-the-job training available.
• Preferred ALAT certification at time of hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize, organize and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washer, tunnel washer, bedding dispensers and autoclave.
• Monitor environment and machinery; collect and record data against standards.
• Receive and process shipments; properly package waste materials.
• Attend in-house training to learn facility operations and animal science.
• Sanitize animal rooms and corridors; ensure compliance and welfare.
• May receive and transport animals using proper methods.
• Assist Lab Animal Technicians as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Independent worker

Communication & problem solving

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Sanitize, organize and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washer, tunnel washer, bedding dispensers and autoclave. Sanitize corridors and support areas using appropriate techniques to promote animal health and welfare and to comply with policies. Perform maintenance and ensure proper operation of equipment and machinery in cage wash.
• Monitor environment and/or machinery and equipment by obtaining, documenting and comparing data against established standards. Maintain records by collecting and recording data to facilitate management of the facility.
• Receive and properly process various shipments from loading dock. Properly package waste materials.
• Attend in-house training classes to become knowledgeable in laboratory animal facility operations and laboratory animal science.
• Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors & support areas by using appropriate techniques to promote animal health & welfare and to comply with policies as needed. Care may include specialized, non-conventional areas of the facility.
• May receive and transport animals using appropriate methods as needed.
• May provide assistance to Lab Animal Technicians performing in room tasks and acting under the direction of others as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Willingness to work hard and be open to learning new tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to closely follow established procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to closely follow established procedures.
• Critical thinking, resource management, computer and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
• Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma
• Minimum Required Experience: No experience required
• Preferred Education : Associate degree or higher
• Preferred Experience: Previous animal handling
• Required Certification /Licensure( s) :
• Preferred Certification / Licensure (s): Assistant Lab Animal Technician (ALAT) at time of hire is preferred

Physical Requirements

Work Environment

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required . May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offeredTuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers

At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website .

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.