Cage Wash Tech – Entry-Level Lab Sanitation

Montgomery College; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Cage Wash Staff member to operate cage wash machinery and sanitize primary animal holding cages, equipment, and areas. The role requires following established procedures and maintaining a clean, safe facility to support research and care activities.

Responsibilities include routine cleaning, equipment transport, record keeping, and monitoring for equipment issues while adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year experience in related field preferred.
• Experience in cleaning or facility maintenance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operates cage wash machinery to sanitize cages, support equipment and areas.
• Performs cleaning, decontamination and routine maintenance.
• Transports equipment as needed and records information per procedures.
• Maintains supplies for cage wash facility and associated areas.
• Operates equipment in accordance with manuals and safety guidelines.
• Reports potential equipment failures or safety concerns.

Skills

Customer Service

Quality Assurance

Planning

Material Processing

Judgement & Decision-Making

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cage wash machinery

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Cage Wash Staff member to operate cage wash machinery and sanitize primary animal holding cages, equipment, and areas. The role requires following established procedures and maintaining a clean, safe facility to support research and care activities.

Responsibilities include routine cleaning, equipment transport, record keeping, and monitoring for equipment issues while adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines.