Animal Care Technician

FEFA, LLC is currently seeking an Animal Caretaker I for an animal research facility in* Aberdeen, MD*. The responsibility of the role requires proper care, handling, and maintenance of on-site animals, equipment, and facilities.
This description is not all-inclusive of the duties required to complete the job daily. Employees are expected to complete all assigned duties each day as directed by management.
Compensation is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, FEFA, LLC. offers benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Savings, Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending Account, an Employee Referral Program, and Paid Holidays.

• 7:00 am and 3:30 pm (Monday through Friday)
• Required to work on the weekends and holidays as scheduled, generally between 7:00 am and 1:00 pm, but this may vary.

JOB DUTIES:

• 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.
• Ensure excellent animal care by providing daily checks, including health, feed, and water, following project SOPs and schedules established by management.
• Maintain daily animal documentation, room equipment, and other forms according to project SOP.
• Clean and sanitize animal facility according to project SOP and schedules set by management.
• Maintain animal caging and support equipment.
• Provide appropriate receiving for incoming animals according to project SOP.
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.; bend, stoop, climb and stand for a prolong period.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Should hold a current ALAT certification or be eligible to take the exam within 6 months of hire.
• Previous experience and/or skills are required.
• Must be US Citizen and ability to obtain a favorable background and clearance
• Ability to successfully pass a physical and drug test

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis
• Previous animal care experience in a research setting is required

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with small animal species (EX: mice, rats, guinea pigs)?
• What pay range are you seeking?
• Can you commute daily to work location in Aberdeen, MD?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20