Vivarium Support Technician - Cage Wash

Vivarium Support Technician I – Cage Wash

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Primary

Location:

Burnet Campus

• 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 wash 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.

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.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred:
  Related experience working in supply chain, materials management or warehouse roles

Full time, Day (United States of America)

Employment type:

Full-time

Seniority level:
Entry level

Job function:
Research;
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care

Employee Status:
Regular

FTE: 1

Weekly

Hours:

40

Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $18.16 - $22.25

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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 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