Cage Wash Technician I - Division of Animal Resources

Emory Healthcare - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Atlanta, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Cage Wash Technician I at Emory University is responsible for performing routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting. This role includes maintaining sanitary conditions, operating washing equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while working with hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Operates washers and ensures that cage washing and related equipment are in proper working order by cleaning and performing preventive maintenance.
• Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures.
• Operates autoclave to sterilize or decontaminate caging equipment.
• Assists in receiving and storing materials, food, and supplies.
• Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms.
• Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas.
• May assist in training new technicians.
• May provide guidance and direction to Cage Wash Trainees and works independently.
• May act in a lead capacity in the cage wash area in the absence of their supervisor.
• Takes necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals, and power equipment.
• Uses personal protective equipment as required.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of cage wash or animal care experience.
• The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.