Vivarium Support Technician I — Cage & Equipment Care

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a full-time Cage Wash position in the Comparative Medicine department (Burnet Campus). The role involves cleaning and sterilizing cages, operating industrial cage washers, and maintaining accurate logs.

You will perform housekeeping, ensure safety compliance, and help manage supplies and equipment. Starting pay range is $18.16–$22.25 per hour, with additional pay differentials possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand the duration of shift, and perform repetitive physical activities.
• Preferred: Related experience working in supply chain, materials management or warehouse roles.

Responsibilities

• Cage Wash – Cleans & sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, rooms (primary and secondary enclosures).
• Equipment Operation – Operate pressure washer and industrial cage washers; document functions in logs; clean and maintain cages and related equipment.
• Housekeeping – Daily and periodic housekeeping of vivarium areas; restock and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Safety – Monitor first aid kits, eye wash stations, and emergency exits; ensure washers/sterilizers are in working condition.
• Supplies and Equipment – Deliver clean/dirty equipment and cages; maintain organization and flow of supplies through cage wash area.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a full-time Cage Wash position in the Comparative Medicine department (Burnet Campus). The role involves cleaning and sterilizing cages, operating industrial cage washers, and maintaining accurate logs.

You will perform housekeeping, ensure safety compliance, and help manage supplies and equipment. Starting pay range is $18.16–$22.25 per hour, with additional pay differentials possible.