Facility Support Technician II
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Under limited supervision, perform sanitation and support services for laboratory animal facilities and assist with equipment maintenance and operational tasks. Provide technical support for cage wash operations and facility upkeep, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. May provide guidance to Facility Support Technician I staff. Primary Responsibilities Sanitize, organize, and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, and autoclaves. Perform routine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting of cage wash equipment; escalate complex issues to senior staff or supervisor. Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors, and support areas using appropriate techniques to promote animal health and welfare and comply with policies. Monitor environment and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards; maintain accurate records. Receive and properly process shipments from loading dock; assist with packaging and disposal of waste materials following proper procedures. Provide guidance and informal training to Facility Support Technician I staff on standard operating procedures. Assist with special projects and cross-train in other facility support areas as needed. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and communicating opportunities for operational efficiency. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Working knowledge of laboratory animal facility operations and sanitation methods. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate dependability. Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
Requirements
- Appropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis.
- Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma
- Minimum Required Experience: 2yrs
- Preferred Education: Associate Degree or higher
- Preferred Experience:
- Preferred Certification/Licensure(s):
- Physical Requirements
- Work Environment
- Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, acids, odors, loud noises, heat, humidity and wet surfaces is to be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
- Sensory Acuity
- Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
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- Why MCW?
- Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pet Insurance
- On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
- For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview
- For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers
- MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:
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