Animal Care, Animal Husbandry, Animal Research, Autoclave, Cancer, Career Development, Comparative Medicine, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Financial Planning, High School Diploma, Incentive Programs, Inventory Management, Maintenance Services, Medicine, Operations Research, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Control, Retirement Plan, Sterilization, Tuition Fees
Position Summary:
Are you ready to play a critical role in the fight against cancer? At the Moffitt Speros Discovery & Innovation Institute, our mission-driven research depends on the excellence of our Comparative Medicine Core. We are looking for a dedicated Cage Wash and Maintenance Technician to join our team—someone who understands that precision, cleanliness, and operational reliability are the foundations of life-saving breakthroughs. This isn't just a maintenance job; it is an opportunity to work at the forefront of science, ensuring our world-class research faculty has the pristine environment they need to transform the future of medicine. If you are a proactive problem-solver who takes pride in high standards, we want you to grow your career with us.
Compensation & Growth
- Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour. Your expertise is valued, and starting rates increase with experience.
- Annual Team Member Incentive: Stay motivated with eligibility for an annual incentive program based on organizational goals.
- Annual Merit Increase: We reward your hard work through annual merit-based pay increases.
- Career Development: Invest in your future with Tuition Assistance designed to support your education and professional evolution.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Join a team that cares for you as much as you care for our mission:
- Health & Wellness: Access comprehensive, inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Financial Security: Secure your future with retirement savings plans and financial planning resources.
- Lifestyle: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with competitive paid time off and wellness programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Equipment Mastery: Take charge of the safe operation of autoclaves, mechanical washers, and advanced sterilization equipment.
- Sanitization Excellence: Maintain the highest facility standards by cleaning and disinfecting cages, water bottles, and research areas daily.
- Proactive Maintenance: Ensure peak performance by conducting daily preventative maintenance and executing minor equipment repairs.
- Quality Control: Uphold rigorous standards by monitoring logbooks and collecting biological indicators to verify sanitization efficacy.
- Inventory Coordination: Manage and stock essential supplies, including feed and bedding, to keep our research operations running smoothly.
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience: Six (6) months of experience in research animal care, cage wash, production/maintenance, or animal husbandry.
- Physical Strength: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and thrive in an active, movement-heavy environment.
- Team Spirit: A commitment to working effectively in a fast-paced setting and a flexible attitude toward meeting the needs of our researchers.