Assistant Animal Technician - Cage Wash, DLAM

Under close supervision, the Assistant Animal Technician
(Cage Wash) performs tasks to support the cage wash areas on campus, including
but not limited to cage scrapping, cage and accessories washing, and packing.

Salary Range: $21.05 - $27.75 Hourly

Required:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and
  to push 200-300 pound cage racks of animals.
• 
  Ability to communicate in
  English, verbally and in writing, accurately and timely
• 
  Basic computer knowledge and
  skills to complete online training sessions
• 
  Knowledge of and ability to
  accurately follow all SOPs, Working Instructions, Forms, Training Checklists
  associated with the cage wash area
• 
  Ability to participate in
  weekend/Holiday work rotations and occasional overtime duties

Preferred (training will be provided):

• Working knowledge of cage wash
  equipment included but not limited to rack and tunnel washers, bedding
  dispenses, bedding vacuums, water filling stations, and sterilizers
• 
  Knowledge of safety practices
  in the cage wash are including but not limited to ergonomics, thermal and
  allergy risks.
• 
  Knowledge of all the cage wash
  areas and the equipment in each of them, sufficient to organize, sort and
  process soiled items, and pack clean equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• 
  Knowledge of cleaning and
  sanitizing materials and techniques sufficient to maintain a healthful
  environment.
• 
  Ability to maintain records
  following proper documentation practices