Animal Care Trainee - Free Paid Training

Maine Tech Hub; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Paid Training

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory in Ellsworth, Maine is seeking Animal Care Trainees to join the production team. This full-time role offers an hourly wage of $19.25 and a dynamic, supportive work environment with free paid training.

Responsibilities include learning animal care basics, husbandry, colony management, and record keeping in a controlled environment, with progression through a prescribed curriculum and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs regularly.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic animal care, husbandry, colony maintenance and related operations under supervision.
• Perform daily welfare checks and report health variances.
• Maintain accurate cage cards and data input.
• Assist with packing and shipping per guidelines.
• Assist with breeding rotation and room sanitation.
• Data entry and general record keeping (e.g., AX, cage cards).

Skills

High School diploma or GED

Attention to detail

Lifting 25 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Job description

The Jackson Laboratory in Ellsworth, Maine is seeking Animal Care Trainees to join the production team. This full-time role offers an hourly wage of $19.25 and a dynamic, supportive work environment with free paid training.

Responsibilities include learning animal care basics, husbandry, colony management, and record keeping in a controlled environment, with progression through a prescribed curriculum and safety procedures.