Jr Animal Care Technician

Role Summary

Jr. Animal Care Technician

Responsibilities

• Preparing for incoming animals (power washing, disinfecting, facility set-up) and perform daily observation of animals, animal handling and reporting any abnormalities
• Assist in animal conditioning (vaccinations, deworming, etc.) and administer treatments prescribed by the veterinarian for livestock, companion, and laboratory animals.
• Proper operation of sterilizers, cage washers, and other equipment and proper operation of large equipment (snow removal equipment, farm machinery, fork truck, etc.)
• The ability to work in adverse outdoor conditions
• Must be able to properly document work and observations performed with strict adherence to GXP documentation
• Knowledge of proper sanitization techniques and ability to properly perform and follow rules of these techniques

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• AALAS certification at the ALAT level, or ability to obtain within 16 months of employment
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and exhibit interpersonal skills that are conducive to effective communication and that contribute to a congenial teamwork environment
• The ability to work in adverse outdoor conditions

Skills

• Animal handling and husbandry
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Sanitization and sanitation practices
• Operation of laboratory and facility equipment

Education

• None beyond high school required; AALAS ALAT certification preferred or required within 16 months

Additional Requirements

• Work around high noise levels, chemicals, biological agents, and animals, requiring hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toe boots, respirators, and other proper PPE
• Working outside in all weather conditions
• Handling of livestock, companion, and laboratory animals