CAGE WASH AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Lifestyle

Job summary

Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL seeks a Cage Wash and Maintenance Technician to support our Comparative Medicine Core, ensuring pristine cages, water bottles, and reliable equipment to enable world-class research.

You will operate autoclaves and sterilization gear, perform daily sanitization, and assist with minor repairs, with starting pay of $16.50/hour and opportunities for merit increases and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months experience in research animal care, cage wash, production/maintenance, or animal husbandry.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in an active environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate autoclaves, mechanical washers, and sterilization equipment safely.
• Clean and disinfect cages, water bottles, and research areas daily.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Monitor logbooks and biological indicators to verify sanitization.
• Manage supplies including feed and bedding to support operations.

Skills

Team spirit

Physical strength

Flexible attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.

Summary

The cage wash technician operates cage wash equipment including sanitize and will perform preventative maintenance.

Position Summary

Are you ready to play a critical role in the fight against cancer? At Moffitt, our mission-driven research depends on the excellence of our Comparative Medicine Core. We are looking for a dedicated Cage Wash and Maintenance Technician to join our team—someone who understands that precision, cleanliness, and operational reliability are the foundations of life‑saving breakthroughs. This isn't just a maintenance job; it is an opportunity to work at the forefront of science, ensuring our world‑class research faculty has the pristine environment they need to transform the future of medicine. If you are a proactive problem‑solver who takes pride in high standards, we want you to grow your career with us.

Compensation and Growth

• Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour. Your expertise is valued, and starting rates increase with experience.
• Annual Team Member Incentive: Stay motivated with eligibility for an annual incentive program based on organizational goals.
• Annual Merit Increase: We reward your hard work through annual merit‑based pay increases.
• Career Development: Invest in your future with Tuition Assistance designed to support your education and professional evolution.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Join a team that cares for you as much as you care for our mission:

• Health & Wellness: Access comprehensive, inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Financial Security: Secure your future with retirement savings plans and financial planning resources.
• Lifestyle: Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with competitive paid time off and wellness programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Mastery: Take charge of the safe operation of autoclaves, mechanical washers, and advanced sterilization equipment.
• Sanitization Excellence: Maintain the highest facility standards by cleaning and disinfecting cages, water bottles, and research areas daily.
• Proactive Maintenance: Ensure peak performance by conducting daily preventative maintenance and executing minor equipment repairs.
• Quality Control: Uphold rigorous standards by monitoring logbooks and collecting biological indicators to verify sanitization efficacy.
• Inventory Coordination: Manage and stock essential supplies, including feed and bedding, to keep our research operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Six (6) months of experience in research animal care, cage wash, production/maintenance, or animal husbandry.
• Physical Strength: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and thrive in an active, movement‑heavy environment.
• Team Spirit: A commitment to working effectively in a fast‑paced setting and a flexible attitude toward meeting the needs of our researchers

Salary Range

$16.91 - $24.64

Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job‑related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.

We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.

Moffitt Career Site

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you!

• Equal Employment Opportunity

Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

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