Cage Wash Technician – Animal Resource Center (Direct Hire)
Location: Cleveland, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time  - Direct Hire

A comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
Pay $16.50
Join the Animal Resource Center (ARC) at a major University and play a vital role in supporting university research efforts! As a Cage Wash Technician, you’ll be an essential member of the cage wash operations and animal husbandry team, maintaining the health and well-being of our research animals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize animal cages, bottles, and equipment, operating both autoclaves and washers, and ensuring all items meet rigorous quality standards.
  

• Collect, process, and refill water bottles, conduct flow checks and return supplies to designated areas.
  

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, and quality control on cage wash equipment and autoclaves.
  

• Maintain postmortem rooms and carry out rodent euthanasia procedures with compassion and attention to protocol.
  

• Prepare food using sterile techniques and label all containers for accurate tracking.
  

• Provide basic animal husbandry care, including feeding, watering, changing bedding, cage rotation, and observation of animal health and well-being.
  

• Record animal health data, inventory, and daily checklists using digital devices and data software.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required.
  

• 0–3 months of experience in a laboratory animal facility. (On-the-job training provided!)
  

• Interest in working with and caring for animals, with an understanding of their value in research.
  

• Willingness to pursue certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) through AALAS—university support provided.
  

• Must be able to work alternating weekends and holidays.
  

• Valid driver’s license required.

What We Offer:

• University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
  

• Opportunity to learn and grow in a research-support environment.
  

• Hands-on training and encouragement toward professional development and certification.
  

• Team-oriented culture committed to animal care and research excellence.

If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact supporting medical research, please apply today or send your resume to 4749@kellyservices.com. We look forward to welcoming you to the ARC team!

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