Animal Care Technician I (99251)

Precise Systems, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Animal Care Technician I to provide routine husbandry services for research animal colonies. Responsibilities include cleaning cages, providing food and water, and monitoring animal health. This full-time position requires a High School Diploma or GED and offers a competitive hourly rate, along with benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain AALAS ALAT certification within one year.
• Reliable, skilled animal handling and care experience.
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal husbandry tasks such as cage cleaning, feeding, and health observation.
• Follow schedules regulated by governing bodies and SOPs.
• Keep detailed records of animal care.

Skills

Animal handling

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AALAS ALAT certification

Job description

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Precise Systems, a solutions-based company, focuses on innovation to support warfighters, offering expertise in network and weapons systems acquisition, maintenance/modernization, and sustainment programs. Our services include Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. We pride ourselves on managing complex customer needs with exceptional service and the Precise solution.

We are seeking an Animal Care Technician I (99251) to provide routine husbandry services under supervision for research animal colonies. Responsibilities include cleaning cages, providing fresh food and water, sanitizing facilities, environmental monitoring, and observing animals for health issues.

Work is performed on-site in Edgewood, Maryland, 5 days a week.

The Laboratory Animal Caretaker I works with equipment such as restraint devices, autoclaves, and cage washers. Candidates should have a basic understanding of biohazards, biohazard levels 1 and 2, and safety procedures to prevent infection or exposure. Understanding the ethical considerations of animal care and familiarity with regulations are also important. Other titles include Facility Support Technician, Animal Husbandry Caretaker, and related roles.

Duties:

1. Perform animal husbandry tasks such as cage cleaning, feeding, sanitization, environmental monitoring, and health observation with minimal supervision.
2. Follow schedules regulated by governing bodies and SOPs.
3. Handle animals with skill, compassion, and reliability.
4. Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
5. Weekly tasks: animal census, floor scrubbing, waste management, restocking, flushing eye washes.
6. Monthly tasks: sanitize unused rooms, check equipment, pest control, filter maintenance.
7. Administer subcutaneous injections as directed.
8. Perform animal euthanasia following protocols.
9. Keep detailed records of animal care.
10. Assist with monitoring and support techniques as needed after primary tasks.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain AALAS ALAT certification within one year.
• Reliable, skilled animal handling and care experience.
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work a fixed schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to assist with additional duties and training.

Work Environment:

Laboratory/animal containment setting with standard lab equipment and office tools.

Physical Demands:

Handling and moving animals, cleaning cages, standing, bending, exposure to allergens, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Position Details:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 07:00-15:00, with evening/weekend rotations.
• Schedule changes communicated in advance.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

Our benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, leave, and professional growth opportunities. The hourly rate is $19.00, aligned with the SCA wage determination, including health and welfare benefits.

We value diversity, promote equal opportunity, and participate in E-Verify. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for more info.