What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at 9992?
Animal care Technician
$21/HR
8999 BioLegend Way, San Diego CA
12 months ( With possible extension )
Duties:
Schedule is Wed - Sun 5am or 6am start. 8 hour work day.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Check on animal health and room conditions daily
- Feed animals and provide fresh water
- Clean animal cages and housing areas
- Move animals to clean cages with fresh food, water, and bedding
- Wash cages, water bottles, and equipment by machine or by hand
- Separate young mice from their mothers (weaning)
- Dispose of waste properly following safety guidelines
- Keep all animal areas clean and odor-free to ensure animal comfort
- Work well with team members and communicate clearly
Skills:- Stand and walk for most of the workday
- Lift and carry items up to 40 pounds safely
- Move heavy equipment using proper lifting techniques
- Use hands carefully when handling small animals and tools
- Perform repeated tasks like cleaning and feeding throughout the day
- Bend and reach to access cages at different heights
- See clearly to notice changes in how animals look and act
- You must be able to do these tasks safely in a busy research setting. You will wear the required safety gear including gloves, eye protection, and shoe covers at all times.
- Work in a laboratory setting
- Must always wear safety equipment
- Animal rooms can get warm (up to 80°F)
Education:High School Diploma or equivalent
Requires good verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
Detail-oriented
Salary : $21