What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician I position at SciTech Services, Inc.?
Job Title
Animal Care Technician I
Requisition #
ANCAT1_COMPANY_1
Job Type
Full-Time
Salary Range
30,000 to $40,000
Exemption Type
Non-Exempt
Location
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - MD US (Primary)
Education
High School
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Travel
0 - 10%
Date Needed By
4 / 30 / 2024
Job Description
Citizenship / Clearance requirement : Candidate must be a U.S. citizen, ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance and pass a background check and drug screening.
SciTech Services, Inc. (SciTech) is seeking an Animal Husbandry Technician I to provide support in the welfare and well-being of various research animals. The Animal Husbandry Technician I will maintain the health and condition of research animals by performing daily animal health checks and husbandry duties.
Duties include but are not limited to :
- Responsible for feeding and watering animals according to project SOP's and schedules established by management.
- Monitor animal health by observing for signs of illness, injury, or abnormal behavior and report concerns to veterinarians or supervisors.
- Maintain accurate daily records, animal census sheets, room equipment and other forms according to SOP's.
- Assist with safe handling of animals, considering factors such as species-specific behaviors, temperament, and size. May assist in the restraint of animals for procedures.
- Restrain, handle, and manipulate various animal species.
- Prepare appropriate receiving data / documentation for incoming animal shipments.
- Clean and sanitize animal enclosures, cages, and living areas according to SOP's and schedules.
- Process caging and equipment through cage wash machinery and generate cage set ups.
- Provide prescribed treatments on weekends and as needed during the week, assist Veterinary Technicians as needed.
- Understand and follow appropriate safety procedures and quality assurance guidelines.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs., pull, push, and handle cages, racks, large pieces of equipment, feed, bedding, and other materials in the research facility.
Job Requirements
SciTech offers an excellent benefits package that includes : health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, vacation, and sick leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans.
of Hires Needed
Salary : $30,000 - $40,000
