Laboratory Animal Care Technician TEMP

ENVIGO GLOBAL SERVICES INC; Denver (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Inotiv is seeking a Seasonal Animal Care Technician to join our barrier operation focused on rabbits. This full-time seasonal role supports animal care, welfare, production, and recordkeeping, with duties in upkeep and procedural tasks.

Starts at $18/hour for up to 11 months, with potential to become permanent. Candidate should be detail-oriented, hardworking, and able to work weekends, early shipments, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with and care for animals on a daily basis.
• Interest in animal development.
• Ability to complete paperwork as needed.
• Must be available weekends/holidays on rotating basis.
• Able to come in for early shipments.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• 1+ yrs of animal care experience.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk on concrete for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Cares for animals including feeding, cleaning and breeding responsibilities in a production facility.
• Cleaning/power washing and sanitation of facility.
• Follows protocol to ensure the health and welfare of the animals in care.
• Coordinate order details to include selection, packaging and confirming accuracy.
• Keeps accurate records of breeding, feeding, cleaning and care of animals.
• Maintains responsibility for sanitation of the animal buildings, cages and support areas.

Skills

Animal care

Feeding & cleaning

Record keeping

Weekend availability

ALAT desirable

Experience with animals

Education

ALAT certification

Job description

We are seeking a Seasonal Animal Care Technician to join our dynamic team! This position works in the barrier operation as part of the team specializing in rabbits. This position will focus on overall animal care and welfare, production and selection for customer orders, facility upkeep and recordkeeping and procedural duties. The person in this role will need to feel passionate about working with animals, enjoy and excel at organization, and support and maintain a clean, safe and compliant working environment. We are seeking someone that is hardworking, shows attention to detail, takes initiative, has a teamwork mentality and positive attitude. Full‑Time, Seasonal This is an up to 11month assignment, with possibility to go permanent. Starts at $18.00/hr.

Responsibilities

• Cares for animals including feeding, cleaning and breeding responsibilities in a production facility.
• Cleaning/power washing and sanitation of facility.
• Follows protocol to ensure the health and welfare of the animals in care.
• Coordinate order details to include selection, packaging and confirming accuracy.
• Keeps accurate records of breeding, feeding, cleaning and care of animals.
• Maintains responsibility for sanitation of the animal buildings, cages and support areas.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with and care for animals on a daily basis.
• Interest in animal development.
• Continuous effort toward contributing to a clean and safe working environment.
• Ability and willingness to complete paperwork as needed.
• Must be available to work weekends/holidays on a rotating basis.
• Must be available to come in early hours when needed for shipments.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• ALAT or relative certification highly desirable.
• 1+ yrs of experience with animal care preferred.
• Lift up to 50lbs on occasion; stand/walk on concrete for at least 2 hours at a time; frequently bend, reach, push, pull, squat and lift.

This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

At Inotiv, our work helps advance the development of new medicines and therapies that can improve people's lives. As a leading global contract research organization (CRO), we partner with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world. Bringing together scientists, researchers, technical experts, and business professionals, we provide the expertise and collaboration needed to move research forward. Our people make this work possible, and we value the knowledge, ideas, and contributions each person brings to the team. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, Inotiv offers opportunities to learn, grow, and play a meaningful role in advancing treatments for patients around the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us.

We hope you consider our opportunities and a future with Inotiv!