Materials Handler I

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Retirement 401(a) Plan

Paid Time Off

Vacation Days: 22/year

Sick Days: 15/year

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO is seeking a Materials Handler I for the Office of Laboratory Animal Research (OLAR). This full-time position supports cage wash, docks, and auxiliary areas, handling PPE, inventory, cleaning, and disposal duties within a highly technical research environment.

Responsibilities include decontamination, data entry, and operation of washing/sterilizing equipment, while following SOPs and safety protocols to ensure humane care and

Formación

• One year of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned.
• Substitution: education or related experience can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Preferred: experience with e-mail, word processing and data entry into a database.
• Preferred: experience operating and maintaining complex machinery.

Responsabilidades

• Decontaminate equipment used by OLAR and research staff per procedures.
• Follow SOPs and use PPE as required for the work.
• Receive and inspect goods including animal diets, live deliveries, and equipment.
• Enter data into inventory systems and assist with stock rotation and expiration tracking.
• Operate cage washing and sterilizing equipment and assist with facility maintenance.
• Prepare, dispense and use hazardous chemicals for cleaning and disinfection.
• Maintain equipment validation logs and assist with pest control records.
• Assist with transporting supplies and loading/unloading cages and equipment.
• Perform general cleaning and meet required safety and training standards.

Descripción del empleo

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Office of Laboratory Animal Research(OLAR)

Job Title: Materials Handler I

Position #: 00826820 – Requisition #: 41448

Job Summary

The field of Laboratory Animal Management requires a specializedknowledge of the operations of a highly technical researchenvironment. There are numerous laws, regulations and policies thatmust be adhered to, such as the Animal Welfare Regulations, PHSPolicy, Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and IACUCpolicies. In addition, the cage wash and dock areas havespecialized equipment serving the facility. This position willreport to the Operations Supervisor for the Office of LaboratoryAnimal Resources (OLAR). The individual is expected to completedaily work in the areas of the cage wash, docks, and auxiliaryareas of OLAR run facilities as assigned by the OperationsSupervisor or adjusted by the Operations Lead.

This full-time University Staff (unclassified) OperationsTechnician I position provides routine and specialized support ofoperations for a wide variety of species of large and smalllaboratory animals, which are part of studies performed byscientists for biomedical research and education in the Schools ofMedicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Nursing at the University ofColorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Denver | Anschutz).The Operations Technician I position will assist with thecompletion of duties in the auxiliary support areas, procedurerooms, and cage wash of all vivarium's that are run by OLAR on theAnschutz Medical Campus. This position will work to performstocking and inventory control of all personal protectiveequipment, general use supplies, laundry, caging, equipment, andcleaning supplies. This position will ensure appropriate trashremoval from the facility. This position may be responsible for theremoval, sorting, weighing, and preparation of carcasses forpick-up by the appropriate disposal vendor as directed by a lead orthe supervisor. This position will work with co-workers on largefacility projects throughout the facilities. This position mayprocure animal feed, bedding, and supplies from appropriate supportareas and transport to required sites and may operate a universityvehicle. This position will clean, sanitize, and autoclave animalcages and equipment/supplies and prepare such fordistribution/reuse. This position may work with large washing unitsand may drain tanks, check and clean filters on index and rackwashers and other equipment, clean/maintain conveyor systems orother mechanical equipment, as well as use chemical cleaning agentsin their dilute and concentrated form as directed by a Lead ortheir Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Appropriately decontaminate all types of equipment belonging toOLAR or research staff per outlined procedure to include, but notlimited to, Animal Transfer Stations (ATSs), animal housing rooms,procedure rooms, veterinary equipment (e.g. anesthesia machines,tattoo machines, etc.) and an assortment of equipment, some highlytechnical, used by research staff.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and use personalprotective equipment (PPE) as required for the work beingconducted.
• Receive and inspect goods including, but not limited to, animaldiets, live animal deliveries, high dollar value equipment andsupplies, disposable items and ensure that those goods are notexpired and then are sanitized or decontaminated according to theappropriate methods prior to distribution or storage.
• Perform data entry into the inventory system for all goodsreceived. Assist with rotating stock items and monitoringexpiration dates to ensure items are used prior to expiration orremoved once expired with the goal of minimizing waste.
• Use computers to enter data into spreadsheets, communicate byemail, and participate in training. May use other electronicdatabases and tracking systems to log and communicateinformation.
• Operate mechanical equipment used to clean and sanitizesurfaces and equipment to include pallet jacks, 55-gallonlift-jacks, flatbeds, cage and rack washers, conveyors, foamers,floor scrubbers, floor buffers, autoclaves, small washers, robots,bedding disposal and supply, etc. to include responding to allalarms.
• Prepares, dispenses, and utilizes hazardous chemicals anddisinfectants according to manufacturers' instructions in cleaning,sanitizing, and disinfecting animal rooms, procedure rooms, racks,cages, pens, and animal support areas.
• Safely work with hazards and understand departmental standardoperating procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain equipment validation and monitoring logs to includebiological indicators, temperature tapes, and sterigage logs.
• Ensure appropriate sanitation of all work areas using theappropriate frequency, cleaning methods and materials.
• Assist with logging and keeping accurate records for thefacility's pest control program.
• Remove carcasses from refrigerators/freezers and ensure theyare disposed of through the appropriate waste stream.
• Ensure freezers/refrigerators are maintained and disinfected asscheduled.
• May need to operate a university vehicle to transportsupplies.
• Operate cage washing and sterilizing equipment to include rackwashers, index washers, robotic equipment, vacuum disposal, beddingdispensers, large bulk sterilizers, bedding dispenser.
• Unload/load caging and equipment onto conveyors and into/outofrack washers and autoclaves following appropriate procedures toinclude disassembling and assembling equipment to ensureappropriate cage production and flow.
• Monitor dust collectors for cage wash in the interstitialspace.
• Perform basic equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.Report equipment to the appropriate person that is broken, needsmaintenance, or needs replacement.
• Assemble large equipment to include carts, racks, cabinets,chairs, shelving, hoods, etc.
• Handle hazards, animal waste, soiled bedding, chemicals, animalblood, and bodily materials.
• Participate in all required trainings and meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Work Location

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora,CO.

Why Join Us

Why work for the University

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of relevant experience in an occupation related tothe work assigned to this position

Substitution: Appropriate education or related experience willsubstitute for the required experience on a year for yearbasis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with e-mail, word processing, and entering data into adatabase.

Experience operating and maintaining complex machinery

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires the individual to perform physical workinvolving general tasks including hauling, lifting, andmoving.
• Must be willing and able to sit, stoop, kneel and balance on anoccasional basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to100 lbs. on an occasional basis, with or withoutaccommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis, with or without accommodation. Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. on a constant basis, with orwithout accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouchand squat on a frequent basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to type/enter data on an occasionalbasis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to bend and reach above shoulders on aconstant basis, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to use peripheral vision, near and farvision and depth perception on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to use hearing and verbal communication on aconstant basis.
• Must be willing and able to work around chemicals/solvents,infectious agents, radioactive agents, and work in hazardousconditions.
• Must be willing and able to work around noise andvibrations.
• Must be willing and able to walk on uneven surfaces and work insmall, confined spaces.
• Must be willing and able to operate moving equipment/vehiclesand work around machinery.
• Must be willing and able to wear appropriate respiratory andhearing protection.
• Must be willing and able to euthanize rodents and work withdead animal carcasses.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of ColoradoDriver's License by the time of hire.
• Must be willing and able to work straight or rotating shifts,weekends and holidays.
• Must have ability to maintain activity logs
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide workvisa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position nowor in the future.

NOTE

This position has been designated as essentialpersonnel, “Subject to call 24 hours per day, seven days per week”and required to answer calls 24/7 from university device orpersonal device. Position may also be required to “Stay over late”or “Come in early” to “Cover” shifts, as needed and may be requiredto respond to any emergencies as needed. If hired, you will berequired to provide effective off-hours phone contact info foremergency call-in purposes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with theability to exchange and collect information and handle situationsin a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to communicate in written form.
• Knowledge of different waste streams.
• Ability to work in a team environment, prioritize, plan,organize, and multi-task assignments.

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until October 30, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE ($42,264 - $43,000).

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position may beeligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conductbackground investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.