Cage Wash & Vivarium Support Technician

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping facilities clean, organized, and running efficiently? Join our team as a Cage Wash & Vivarium Support Technician , where you'll play a critical role in maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant environment that supports important scientific research. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals who enjoy active work, working as part of a team, and contributing behind the scenes to the success of a world-class research facility. You'll be responsible for cage wash operations, general vivarium maintenance, facility upkeep, and supporting daily operations within an animal research environment.

Responsibilities

• You'll Do As a Cage Wash & Vivarium Support Technician, you will help ensure our facility operates smoothly by: Operating commercial cage and rack washing equipment to clean and sanitize animal housing equipment.
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of vivarium and support areas, including mopping floors, removing trash, operating floor-cleaning equipment, and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Supporting laundry operations and ensuring clean supplies are available for daily facility needs.
• Stocking and organizing PPE stations, storage areas, and operational supplies throughout the facility.
• Assisting with the movement, organization, and transfer of equipment within vivarium spaces.
• Performing minor facility maintenance and basic repairs as needed.
• Following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Adhering to all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and biosecurity procedures.
• Working closely with husbandry and operations teams to maintain a clean, efficient, and well-functioning research environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that supports meaningful scientific and medical research.
• Gain experience in a regulated research environment.
• Develop skills in facility operations, equipment maintenance, compliance, and laboratory support.
• Work in a role where your contributions directly impact the success of the entire vivarium operation.
• If you're looking for a hands-on position where you can make a difference through facility support, cleaning operations, and cage wash management, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• You'll Bring High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• A strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically active work, including standing, walking, lifting, and moving equipment throughout the day.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support team goals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• & Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position.
• All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
• Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
• Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Matc Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs Telework when applicable.
• Training & Development Programs Employee Referral Bonus Program # LI-JR1