Animal Facilities Maintenance & Welder Technician

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Facilities Maintenance & Welder Technician to join our Facilities team. The Animal Facilities Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations, upkeep and preventive maintenance of the animal cages, equipment, and cage washers. Welding is a critical function of all cage maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, with two(2) or more years of job specific experience required
Welding experience is preferred
Skills in operation and use of general carpentry and metal working tools required
Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards
Full time hourly schedule with rotating 24/7 on-call emergency service, weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Prefer specialized training in metal craft, blueprint reading, soldering, electrical and plumbing systems

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain caging, chutes, transfer cages, feeders and other enrichment items which requires welding
Assists with equipment maintenance (including trucks, vans, golf carts, mules, lift equipment, incinerator, torpedo heaters, pressure washers, etc.) have their fluid levels checked and minor maintenance performed
Initiate and maintain on call programs for emergency repairs, as well as a program designed to keep torpedo heaters in working order during cold season
Maintain animal transport vans, ensuring HVAC units are running properly
Assists with maintenance of all cage washers, including supplies needed, winterizing, and training personnel

Benefits

Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).
Employee-centered culture focused on open communication, job empowerment, and trust.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family (including your pets!).
Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 7% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (last week of December until New Year’s).
On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and paid prescription drug resources to support your health.
On-site gym and wellness programs to help you stay active.
Flexible work arrangements designed to support work-life balance.
We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
Dynamic learning environment with professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to help you grow.