Animal Facilities Maintenance & Welder Technician

Texas Biomedical Research InstituteSan Antonio, TX
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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.
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