Vivarium Support Technician I - Cage Wash

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a detail‑oriented individual for the Comparative Medicine department on the Burnet Campus. This full-time, day-shift role (40 hours) involves cage washing, equipment operation, housekeeping, and safety tasks within the vivarium, ensuring clean, organized facilities.

Starting pay ranges from $18.16 to $22.25 per hour and depends on experience and equity; additional pay differentials and benefits may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical duties during shift.
• 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).
• Operate pressure washer and industrial cage washers; document actions in the log.
• Perform daily and periodic housekeeping of the vivarium and restock inventory.
• Monitor safety equipment and ensure washers/sterilizers are in good working order.
• Deliver clean and/or dirty equipment and cages and maintain workflow in cage wash area.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Expected Starting Pay Range $18.16 - $22.25 Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Comparative Medicine

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $18.16 - $22.25
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Job Responsibilities

• Cage Wash - Cleans & sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, rooms (primary and secondary enclosures), etc. Prepares refuse for disposal or incineration.
• Equipment Operation - Able to operate pressure washer and industrial cage washers, perform and document functions performed in the appropriate log, and clean and maintain all cages, automatic water lines, and other related equipment.
• Housekeeping - Completes daily and periodic housekeeping of assigned areas which may include bathrooms, locker rooms, and surgery spaces within the vivarium. Restocks and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies in assigned areas.
• Safety - Monitors first aid kits, eye wash stations and functioning emergency exit on cage was equipment. Monitors & maintains washers & sterilizers in proper working condition.
• Supplies and Equipment - Delivers clean and/or dirty equipment and cages to and from cage wash as required. Maintains efficient organization & flow of supplies & equipment through cage wash area.

Job 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 such as: pushing and pulling wheeled racks and carts, utilize a ladder or step stool, lift above shoulder level, reaching, stooping, and bending
• Preferred: Related experience working in supply chain, materials management or warehouse roles

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability