Cage Wash Facility Support Technician II at Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, WI

Job description

Primary Responsibilities Sanitize, organize, and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, and autoclaves. Perform routine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting of cage wash equipment; escalate complex issues to senior staff or supervisor. Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors, and support areas using appropriate techniques to promote animal health and welfare and comply with policies. Monitor environment and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards; maintain accurate records. Receive and properly process shipments from loading dock; assist with packaging and disposal of waste materials following proper procedures. Provide guidance and informal training to Facility Support Technician I staff on standard operating procedures. Assist with special projects and cross-train in other facility support areas as needed. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and communicating opportunities for operational efficiency. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge – Skills – Abilities Working knowledge of laboratory animal facility operations and sanitation methods. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate dependability. Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate records. Qualifications Appropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis. Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma Minimum Required Experience: 2yrs Preferred Education: Associate Degree or higher Preferred Experience: Preferred Certification/Licensure(s): Physical Requirements Work requires movement of feed, bedding, cages, and other equipment require regular pushing, pulling and lifting of heavy objects. Must climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch and standing or walking continuously. Must be able to manipulate equipment using both hands. Perceive attributes of objects such as size and shape using fingers and hands. Many repetitive motions are required, including wrist rotations, stoops, body turns, reaching overhead and lifts. Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, acids, odors, loud noises, heat, humidity and wet surfaces is to be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stan