Animal Care Technician I

3 weeks ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time

Job Summary:

The University of Kentucky is seeking a skilled Animal Care Technician I to join our team. As an Animal Care Technician I, you will be responsible for completing primarily simple and routine animal care taking duties for mice and other rodents, non-human primates, pigeons, dogs and other animal species.

You will also be responsible for completing facility care including cage wash and animal care activities which may occur up to 70% of the time of overall job duties and responsibilities.

Staff will be trained in all facilities and will be rotated on a regular basis through all facilities for scheduled shifts and/or to meet staffing needs.

All actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable DLAR SOPs, including safety procedures and guidelines.

Reports any suspected or actual deviations to SOPs or non-routine situations immediately to Supervisor or Team Lead.

Arrives, leaves and takes breaks at work as scheduled. Strictly adheres to DLAR attendance policy.

Responsibilities:

  • Completes primarily simple and routine animal care taking duties for mice and other rodents, non-human primates, pigeons, dogs and other animal species.
  • Completes facility care including cage wash and animal care activities which may occur up to 70% of the time of overall job duties and responsibilities.
  • Staff will be trained in all facilities and will be rotated on a regular basis through all facilities for scheduled shifts and/or to meet staffing needs.
  • Reports any suspected or actual deviations to SOPs or non-routine situations immediately to Supervisor or Team Lead.
  • Arrives, leaves and takes breaks at work as scheduled. Strictly adheres to DLAR attendance policy.

Requirements:

  • HS
  • 1 yr of required related experience
  • Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing.
  • Shift: Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (40 hours per week); This position is required to participate in weekend, after hours, Holiday and on-call rotations.
  • Occasional mandatory overtime may be required to meet staffing needs.

Preferred Education/Experience:

  • AALAS certification at ALAT level is preferred.
  • Promotions are based on DLAR needs and employee ability to compete at this level.
  • Valid state driver's license if driving animal transport van.

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.



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