Animal Caretaker III

This is a general summary of the responsibilities associated with the position of Animal Caretaker III in support for the NIH, Laboratory Animal Research Contract (LARC). This description is not all-inclusive of the duties required to successfully complete the job daily. It is intended to reflect FEFA’s contractual obligations. Employees are expected to complete all assigned duties each day as directed by management.

Responsibilities of this position are that of an Animal Caretaker III. These responsibilities include all activities required for the proper care, handling and maintenance of on-site animals, equipment and facilities.  

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Unless otherwise directed by a manager, all employees are expected to perform their duties as assigned, arrive to work at 7:00am and depart at 3:30pm. (Monday through Friday). Employees are required to work on the weekends and holidays as scheduled. The weekend/holiday hours are from 7:00am-11:00am.

Employees are expected to be familiar with the day-to-day activities, personnel and daily schedules within the facilities. FEFA expects each of our employees to be forward thinking and to create and assist in quality performance and contract requirements. 

The primary duties for an Animal Caretaker III are listed below: 

· Read, comprehend and follow all project SOPs and Performance Standards.

· Perform daily animal health checks and report any abnormal animal conditions to the appropriate veterinary technician and /or supervisor.

· Dispose of dead animals according to project SOPs and policies.

· Ensure excellent animal care by providing animal cage changing, to include feed and water, following project SOPs and schedules established by management.

· Sex and wean animals according to project schedules and SOPs.

· Document daily and weekly facility duties according to project SOPs.

· Maintain daily animal census sheets, room equipment and other forms according to project SOPs. 

· Clean and sanitize animal facility according to project SOPs and schedules set by management.

· Maintain animal caging and support equipment.

· Provide appropriate receiving for incoming animal shipments according to project SOPs.

· Provide handling/restraint and manipulation of various animal species.

· Assist Veterinary Technicians with minor technical procedures and treatments as directed by management.

· Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs, bend, stoop, climb and stand for a prolong period.

· Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Employees’ appointed to the position of Animal Caretaker III must meet the following standards prior to appointment:

Education:

A High School Diploma or equivalent. 

Certification:

Employees must be ALAT certified or possess equivalent training and experience.

Experience:

Must have the capability of performing the duties above without supervision. animal care experience. Must have the skills to perform the duties listed above with minimal supervision. 

Benefits

FEFA, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.