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Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies Glassware/Cagewash Support in Fort Detrick, Maryland
Glassware/Cagewash Support
Location MD - Fort Detrick
Job Code 10198
# of openings 1
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The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies is looking for a Cagewash and Glassware Support Technician to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Maryland.
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate will provide glassware services that include, but not limited to, receiving, cleaning, sanitizing, sterilizing, drying and storing all Institute glassware. Additionally, candidate will assist with Cagewash duties that include, but not limited to, changing of bedding, washing and sanitizing cages; and autoclaving equipment, feed bedding, water and other materials and supplies.
Receive, unpack, clean, sterilize, dry and store all Institute glassware using provided equipment.
Perform operator maintenance on equipment.
Maintain glassware area free of dirt and debris and dispose of waste.
Maintain an inventory of glassware on hand.
Maintain records of the temperatures for each assigned autoclave load.
Use and record any bacteriological monitoring required for autoclave, cagewash or glassware equipment.
Document and support Quality Assurance programs associated with glassware processing.
Change bedding, wash and sanitize cages; and autoclave equipment, feed, bedding, water and other materials and supplies.
Maintain a same-day cage washing service.
Perform routine preventative maintenance of all animal equipment.
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
High School Diploma
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Ability to receive, unpack, clean, sterilize, dry and store all Institute glassware using provided equipment.
Ability to perform operator maintenance on equipment.
Ability to maintain glassware area free of dirt and debris and dispose of waste.
Ability to maintain an inventory of glassware on hand.
Ability to maintain records of the temperatures for each assigned autoclave load.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) experience.
Autoclave experience.
Experience with cage or rack style washers.
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain/maintain a NACI clearance.
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here (HRdept@alakaina.com?subject=Request%20for%20accommodation.) to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.
The Alakaina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Keaki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Pookela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alakaina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.
For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com
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