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We are seeking an
Animal Cage Washer
who provides clean and sterilized living environments for research animals as part of the Johns Hopkins Research Animal Resources service center.
This position is located in the School of Medicine Campus, within the Research Animal Resources department. The scheduled employment is Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts. The role is Full Time, Non‑Exempt, classified as BU Animal Cage Washer‑SSR. The starting salary range is $17.26 per hour, increasing to $20.31 after 12 months.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Operates mechanical cage washing equipment, autoclaves and other sanitizing equipment.
Maintains adequate levels of cage wash chemicals.
Scrapes and empties pans and cages of soiled bedding.
Pre‑cleans large animal cages for cage wash machinery.
De‑scales rabbit pans.
Prepares clean rodent cages for autoclaving to include food, bedding, water bottles and appropriate covering.
Loads assembled cages onto transport racks in preparation for sterilization by steam autoclave.
Loads, operates and unloads steam autoclaves.
Places processed bedding, feed and other related items into assembled, sanitized cages.
Maintains detailed records of maintenance schedules, detergent and disinfectant use, cage washer and autoclave performance tests.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on autoclaves and cage washers.
Disposes waste materials.
Sweeps, mops and disinfects cage wash areas at the end of each shift and takes all trash to a dumpster.
Receives and stocks feed and bedding in storage area.
Stand, walk, or otherwise move about campus on a continuous basis.
Lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to ascend/descend stairs on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to interact and work with faculty, students, staff, and visitors in a respectful and courteous manner.
Ability to work under environmental conditions that require the use of safety equipment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
Ability to read and write in order to maintain records, read instructions, labels, etc.
Ability to understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma preferred.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre‑employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice‑involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job‑related qualification or function.
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Animal Cage Washer
who provides clean and sterilized living environments for research animals as part of the Johns Hopkins Research Animal Resources service center.
This position is located in the School of Medicine Campus, within the Research Animal Resources department. The scheduled employment is Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts. The role is Full Time, Non‑Exempt, classified as BU Animal Cage Washer‑SSR. The starting salary range is $17.26 per hour, increasing to $20.31 after 12 months.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Operates mechanical cage washing equipment, autoclaves and other sanitizing equipment.
Maintains adequate levels of cage wash chemicals.
Scrapes and empties pans and cages of soiled bedding.
Pre‑cleans large animal cages for cage wash machinery.
De‑scales rabbit pans.
Prepares clean rodent cages for autoclaving to include food, bedding, water bottles and appropriate covering.
Loads assembled cages onto transport racks in preparation for sterilization by steam autoclave.
Loads, operates and unloads steam autoclaves.
Places processed bedding, feed and other related items into assembled, sanitized cages.
Maintains detailed records of maintenance schedules, detergent and disinfectant use, cage washer and autoclave performance tests.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on autoclaves and cage washers.
Disposes waste materials.
Sweeps, mops and disinfects cage wash areas at the end of each shift and takes all trash to a dumpster.
Receives and stocks feed and bedding in storage area.
Stand, walk, or otherwise move about campus on a continuous basis.
Lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to ascend/descend stairs on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to interact and work with faculty, students, staff, and visitors in a respectful and courteous manner.
Ability to work under environmental conditions that require the use of safety equipment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
Ability to read and write in order to maintain records, read instructions, labels, etc.
Ability to understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma preferred.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre‑employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice‑involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job‑related qualification or function.
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