Animal Care Technician I

SciTech Services, Inc. is seeking an Animal Care Technician I to provide support in the welfare and well-being of various research animals. The Animal Care Technician I will maintain the health and condition of research animals by performing daily animal health checks and husbandry duties.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Monitor animal health for signs of illness, injury, or abnormal behavior and report concerns to veterinarians or supervisors.
• Responsible for feeding and watering animals according to specified diets, mealtimes, and correct portions.
• Ensure that water is clean, fresh, and readily available.
• Maintain accurate records of animal care, observations, feeding schedules, medical treatments, or behavior logs.
• Help veterinarians or technicians with basic health checks, administering medications, or providing first aid.
• Assist with safe handling of animals, considering factors such as species-specific behaviors, temperament, and size.
• May assist in the restraint of animals for procedures.
• Clean and sanitize animal enclosures, cages, and living areas.
• Remove waste, soiled bedding, and debris according to hygiene standards.
• Understand and follow appropriate safety procedures and quality assurance guidelines.

Citizenship/Clearance requirement: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance and pass a drug screening.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift, pull, and push equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Work is performed in an area that is noisy and has relatively high ambient temperature (greater than 77°F).
• Proper use of personal protective equipment including putting on and removal is required.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation of collected data.

SciTech offers an excellent benefits package that include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, vacation, and sick leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans.