Cage Wash Technician

Temple University's Central Animal Facilities Department is searching for a Cage Wash Service Technician/Senior Cage Wash Service Technician!

Become a part of the Temple family, and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Pay Rates
Cage Wash Service Tech (V11) - $23.11 / hr
Sr. Cage Wash Service Tech (V12) - $24.74 / hr

Position Summary
The Cage Wash Service Technician/Sr. Cage Wash Service Technician position is based in Temple’s University Laboratory Animal Resources Department (ULAR). The individual filling this position will work on the clean and soiled side of cagewash. Responsibilities include performing high-volume cage cleaning, equipment sanitation, equipment and supply autoclaving, water pouch production, stocking supplies, and performing general facility sanitation duties. The Technician also is assigned work responsibilities in storage and procedure rooms, corridors and on the loading dock. In addition to these responsibilities, the individual will be responsible for training new and rotating employees, ensuring all documentation is completed on time and appropriately, and performing sanitation verification procedures.

Required Education and Experience
Cage Wash Technician (V11) - High School/GED.
Sr. Cage Wash Technician (V12) - High School/GED and prior experience working with animal caging sanitation and sterilization equipment in private practice, laboratory animal or zoo setting. AALAS ALAT Certification eligible.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in working with c