Cage Washer/Animal Attendant

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in New York is seeking a dedicated individual to maintain cage sanitation and perform physical plant maintenance. This essential service role requires weekend shifts, daily exposure to laboratory animals, and the ability to lift heavy items. Ideal for those with strong organizational skills and a commitment to animal care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a related position.
• Preferred AALAS Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cage sanitation and physical maintenance.
• Operate sanitation equipment safely and observe abnormal conditions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for cage sanitation, physical plant maintenance, safe operation of sanitation equipment, observation and reporting of abnormal conditions in cage-wash facility, and supervised assistance in animal husbandry procedures. This position is considered an essential service requiring weekend and holiday work hours, and involves daily exposure to laboratory animals and their waste products. Essential service staff are required to maintain basic university operations during scheduled and unscheduled work closures due to emergencies, events or other situations (including inclement weather, natural or man-made disasters, pandemics, etc.).

Qualifications

Required Education:High School Diploma or equivalentRequired Experience:1+ years experience in a related position involving operation of mechanical washers in animal facility.Preferred Experience:1+ years experience performing repairs and maintenance of cage washing equipment.Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Ability to operate standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds routinely. This position is highly physical and involves standing for long periods, grasping and holding items, reaching above shoulder; pulling & pushing heavy items; some regular crouching, bending and kneeling, and working in wet areas. Understand and follow appropriate SOPs,, safety procedures (Including wearing personal protective equipment). and quality assurance guidelines. Well-organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changes.Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $32.972. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.