Cagewash Attendant I (50)

Charles River Laboratories • Bethesda, MD

287d • $18

About The Position

We are seeking a Cagewash Attendant to join our Insourcing Solutions team located in Bethesda, MD. As the Cagewash Attendant, you will sanitize, maintain and repair animal cagewash materials. Additional responsibilities include: Follow SOPs and quality assurance standards, perform routine preventative maintenance on cagewash and autoclaves, maintain animal holding facilities clean and organized, and assist with receipt, stocking and maintenance of inventory supplies. You will also be involved in animal care and husbandry of multiple animal species.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of detergent/disinfectant and operating knowledge of sanitization and sterilization equipment
• Cagewash experience preferred
• Must be successful in obtaining the ALAT (Assistant Lab Animal Technician) Certification within 1 year of eligibility

Responsibilities

• Sanitize, maintain and repair animal cagewash materials
• Follow SOPs and quality assurance standards
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on cagewash and autoclaves
• Maintain animal holding facilities clean and organized
• Assist with receipt, stocking and maintenance of inventory supplies
• Be involved in animal care and husbandry of multiple animal species

Benefits

• Bonus/incentives based on performance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase program
• Health and wellness coverage
• Employee and family wellbeing support programs
• Work life balance flexibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED