Animal Facilities Technician

Altasciences • Everett, WA

12d

About The Position

The Animal Facilities Technician performs general facility cleaning and provides support to the Husbandry department within the vivarium. The role includes cleaning, laundry, stocking PPE areas, transferring vivarium equipment, minor facility repairs, and operating the cage/rack washer. The technician follows applicable safety and study requirements in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and governmental regulations, as well as safety and health practices involving personal protective equipment and barriers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior work experience required.
• Ability to effectively comprehend and communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude toward work and co-workers.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facility cleaning, including mopping, trash removal, and operating a floor scrubber.
• Perform laundry.
• Stock PPE storage and usage areas.
• Assist with transferring vivarium equipment.
• Perform minor facility repairs.
• Operate the cage/rack washer.
• Comply with applicable safety and study requirements in SOPs, GLP, and governmental regulations.
• Follow appropriate safety and health practices, including applicable personal protective equipment and barrier requirements.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k)/RRSP with employer match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Free lunch Monday through Friday.
• Free employee parking.
• Paid sick and bereavement leave.
• Employee assistance and telehealth programs.
• Telework when applicable.
• Training and development programs.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED