What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Tecnhnician I position at Fefa?
FEFA is seeking an Animal Caretaker I for our project in Aberdeen, MD.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Read, comprehend and follow all project SOP’s 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, to include health, feed, and water, following project SOP’s and schedules established by management.
- Maintain daily animal census sheets, room equipment and other forms according to project SOP’s.
- Clean and sanitize animal facility according to project SOP’s and schedules set by management.
- Maintain animal caging and support equipment.
- Provide appropriate receiving for incoming animal shipments according to project SOP’s.
- Provide handling/restraint and manipulation of various animal species.
- 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.
Qualifications:
- Employees’ appointed to the position of Animal Caretaker I must meet the following standards prior to appointment:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- ALAT certification or have the equivalent training and experience to test.
- Must have the skills to perform the duties listed above with minimal supervision.
- Must provide proof of full COVID 19 vaccination
- Monday – Friday: 7a – 3:30p / Weekends / Holidays as scheduled 7a -1p unless otherwise directed
FEFA 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, veteran status or on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.
Animal Shelter Veterinarian
Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, Inc. -
Brooklyn, MD
Animal Care Assistant
Irvine Nature Center -
Owings Mills, MD
Animal Care Technician
Everhart WellPet Center -
Brooklyn, MD