Vivarium Support Technician I - Cage Wash

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; River (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is hiring for a day shift position at our Burnet Campus in the Comparative Medicine department. This full-time role involves cage washing, equipment operation, and daily housekeeping within the vivarium, with emphasis on safety and inventory control.

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent; ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Preference is given to candidates with related supply chain or warehouse experience.

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 in supply chain, materials management or warehouse roles.

Responsibilities

• Cage Wash - Cleans & sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, rooms, etc.
• Equipment Operation - Operate pressure washer and industrial cage washers and document functions.
• Housekeeping - Daily and periodic housekeeping of vivarium areas and inventory maintenance.
• Safety - Monitor first aid kits, eye wash stations and equipment condition.
• Supplies and Equipment - Deliver and organize clean/dirty equipment and cages.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Stand for shift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 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's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
• Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

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 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.