Cage Wash Technician I – Central Services

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives based on performance

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Work life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is hiring a Central Services Technician I (Cagewash) to ensure sanitation of cages and equipment across cage wash rooms and related areas. The role requires following GLP-era animal facility SOPs and regulatory standards.

You will receive and manage supplies, operate washers and autoclaves, and maintain documentation while upholding safety and quality. Starting pay aligns with the posted hourly range and reflects required experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• Zero to six months experience in lab animal cage wash or related cleaning.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements for animal facilities.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize cages and related equipment in cage wash areas.
• Operate cage washers and related equipment per SOPs.
• Receive and store supplies; manage documentation and records.
• Follow safety guidelines and read SOPs relevant to duties.

Skills

Industrial equipment safety

Regulatory knowledge (Animal Welfare)

Verbal and written communication

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Email)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is hiring a Central Services Technician I (Cagewash) to ensure sanitation of cages and equipment across cage wash rooms and related areas. The role requires following GLP-era animal facility SOPs and regulatory standards.

You will receive and manage supplies, operate washers and autoclaves, and maintain documentation while upholding safety and quality. Starting pay aligns with the posted hourly range and reflects required experience.