Vivarium Animal Care Technician

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks an Animal Care Technician to provide daily husbandry and care at ARCD facilities. The role supports Blacksburg and Roanoke campuses, with primary duties in Blacksburg and occasional weekend work. Requires PPE, ability to lift 50 lbs, and basic computer skills.

Eligible for overtime; regular appointment and a 40-hour workweek. Salary ranges from $41,000 to $46,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Care for a variety of animal species with minimal guidance.
• Maintain cleanliness and operation of animal housing areas.
• Perform basic and some advanced animal procedures under supervision.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and wear appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Provide animal husbandry and care with adherence to regulations.
• Perform sanitation and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Assist with or perform specialized animal handling procedures.
• Support daily operations across Blacksburg and Roanoke facilities.

Skills

Animal care

PPE usage

Lifting 50 lb

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor in Animal Science

AALAS ALAT certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Virginia Tech seeks an Animal Care Technician to provide daily husbandry and care at ARCD facilities. The role supports Blacksburg and Roanoke campuses, with primary duties in Blacksburg and occasional weekend work. Requires PPE, ability to lift 50 lbs, and basic computer skills.

Eligible for overtime; regular appointment and a 40-hour workweek. Salary ranges from $41,000 to $46,000, commensurate with experience.