Position Description:
Under the direction of others, serve on facility support team that provides comprehensive sanitation, shipping/receiving and facility support services to facilitate successful achievement of the BRC's mission in alignment with the BRC's vision and values and in a manner consistent with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Primary Functions
- Sanitize cages, equipment, corridors, animal rooms and support areas using appropriate techniques per standard operating procedures. Operate rack washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, vacuum bedding disposal and dispensing systems, autoclaves, and floor cleaning machines. Empty garbage dumpster and operate trash compactor. Properly package waste materials to be sent for incineration.
- Monitor environment and/or machinery and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards. Maintain records by collecting and recording data to facilitate management of the facility.
- Perform routine maintenance and ensure proper operation of equipment and machinery.
- Assist with the receipt, stocking, and maintenance of supply inventories.
- Participate in unit/department education to become more knowledgeable in research animal science.
- Actively participate in continuous improvement. Assist with special projects under the direction of others as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge - Skills - Abilities
Willingness to work hard and be open to learning new tasks. Ability to work productively in a cooperative team setting. Exhibits personal accountability in completion of tasks. Excellent communication skills. Ability to closely follow established procedures. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, problem solving, accuracy and attentiveness to detail required. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and mobile device operation. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Compassion, patience, and endurance.
Preferred Schedule:
Coverage during core business hours (M-F 6:00a - 4:00p), daily overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled
Position Requirements:
Specifications
Appropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis
Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma
Minimum Required Experience: No experience required
Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher
Preferred Experience: Cage wash and support operations in a laboratory animal facility or similar environment, large equipment maintenance, training
Field: Manufacturing, Maintenance or related
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Nov 13, 2025