Cage Wash Facility Support Technician II

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Competitive vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

On-campus fitness facility

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. is seeking a Facility Support Technician to sanitize and maintain animal housing and equipment, ensuring welfare and compliance.

You will participate in environmental monitoring, receive shipments, and assist with waste disposal in a team-driven, healthcare environment. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma and 2+ years of related experience, with strong attention to detail and robust communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 2+ years experience in a related role preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory animal facility operations and sanitation methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
• Physical ability to move feed, bedding, cages and equipment; lift and push heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize, organize, and maintain cages and equipment using cage and tunnel washers and autoclaves.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting of cage wash equipment; escalate as needed.
• Sanitize animal rooms, cages, corridors and support areas per procedures to promote welfare.
• Monitor environment and equipment; document data and compare with standards.
• Receive shipments, assist with packaging and disposal of waste per procedures.
• Provide informal training to Facility Support Technician I staff on SOPs.
• Assist with special projects and cross-train in other facility areas.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and participate in continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal facility operations

Sanitation methods

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Data documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Cage washers

Tunnel washers

Autoclaves

Bedding dispensers

Job description

Primary ResponsibilitiesSanitize, organize, and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, and autoclaves.Perform routine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting of cage wash equipment; escalate complex issues to senior staff or supervisor.Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors, and support areas using appropriate techniques to promote animal health and welfare and comply with policies.Monitor environment and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards; maintain accurate records.Receive and properly process shipments from loading dock; assist with packaging and disposal of waste materials following proper procedures.Provide guidance and informal training to Facility Support Technician I staff on standard operating procedures.Assist with special projects and cross-train in other facility support areas as needed.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and communicating opportunities for operational efficiency.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge – Skills – AbilitiesWorking knowledge of laboratory animal facility operations and sanitation methods.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.Good communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate dependability.Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate records.QualificationsAppropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis.Minimum Required Education: High School DiplomaMinimum Required Experience: 2yrsPreferred Education: Associate Degree or higherPreferred Experience:Preferred Certification/Licensure(s):Physical RequirementsWork requires movement of feed, bedding, cages, and other equipment require regular pushing, pulling and lifting of heavy objects. Must climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch and standing or walking continuously. Must be able to manipulate equipment using both hands. Perceive attributes of objects such as size and shape using fingers and hands. Many repetitive motions are required, including wrist rotations, stoops, body turns, reaching overhead and lifts.Work EnvironmentOccasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, acids, odors, loud noises, heat, humidity and wet surfaces is to be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.Sensory AcuityAbility 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 options403B Retirement PackageCompetitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offeredTuition ReimbursementPaid Parental LeaveEmployee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Pet InsuranceOn campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classesAdditional 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 OverviewFor a full list of positions see: MCW CareersAt 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.