Cage Wash Technician I - Animal Care & Lab Support

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health coverage

Wellbeing programs

Work-life balance

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an on-site Animal Care Technician in Horsham, PA. The role involves cleaning and sanitizing animal housing, feeding containers, and maintaining the cage wash area according to SOPs.

You will prioritize tasks based on the lab schedule and ensure accurate logbook records. The position pays $20.00 per hour, with variation based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• ALAT preferred.
• Strong organizational skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Animal Care duties such as changing liners and sanitizing animal room walls and floors.
• Prioritize sanitization of animal cages, racks, feeders and bottles per SOPs using cage wash machines.
• Maintain a clean cage wash area.
• Prepare feed jars for washing and discard old feed.
• Keep storage areas organized.
• Lubricate rack wheels after washing.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on cage wash machines.
• Receive, store and distribute husbandry supplies; report low inventory.
• Record tasks in logbooks accurately.
• Report equipment repair needs to supervisor.
• Sanitize floors and surfaces in cage wash area.
• Secure cage wash area and compressor room at day end.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Sanitation

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an on-site Animal Care Technician in Horsham, PA. The role involves cleaning and sanitizing animal housing, feeding containers, and maintaining the cage wash area according to SOPs.

You will prioritize tasks based on the lab schedule and ensure accurate logbook records. The position pays $20.00 per hour, with variation based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.