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Animal Care Technician I

Animal Care Technician I

TekWissenNorth Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Position : Animal Care Technician I

Location : North Chicago, IL, 60064

Duration : 6 Months

Job Type : Temporary Assignment

Work Type : Onsite

Pay Rate : $20.00-$22.00 / hr

Overview :

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that address complex health issues and enhance people’s lives.

Job Description :

  • Maintains the vivarium and support areas through proper execution of assigned tasks.
  • Directly performs the daily activities involved with cleaning and spraying cages, disinfecting and sanitizing equipment, and stocking supplies.
  • Follows department procedures, to include but not be limited to : cage cleaning, room sanitation, equipment preparation and moving, and cage changes.
  • Maintains daily husbandry tasks through proper execution of training materials and assigned tasks.
  • Directly performs animal handling, carrying and holding animal cages and animals, using and moving carts, hoses or any other lab equipment and supplies.
  • Follows department procedures to provide comprehensive observation and handling of various research animals.
  • Assists with the receiving and housing of research animals; including preparing for the housing activity.
  • Documents tasks in both written and electronic platforms in accordance with regulatory expectations.
  • Documentation style must be neat, organized, and consistent with departmental standards.
  • Maintains area of responsibility by practicing good observation skills and attention to detail.
  • Physical dexterity, visual and auditory acuity, and sensitivity to changes in environmental conditions are utilized in daily task performance.
  • Uses experience and training to make minor decisions to execute daily responsibilities to support animal care operations.
  • Applies basic computer skills to maintain regulatory compliance and training to include but not limited to, email, calendar, and computer based training modules.
  • Assures duties are completed accurately and in a timely manner not to impact pipeline activities and / or integrity of regulatory expectations.

REQUIREMENTS / COMPETENCIES :

  • High School Diploma Required
  • Problem-solving ability consisting of taking initiative to handle basic issues autonomously and working with team members for more complex issues to support animal care operations.
  • Ability to consistently perform functions consistent with company leadership behaviors and attributes.
  • Ability to safely lift 50 pounds, consistently stand and walk for extended periods of time, to include walking and adhering to safety rules and expectations including but not limited to : grasping, squeezing, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending.
  • Willing and able to work a rotating schedule which includes some level of mandatory weekend coverage and holiday coverage.
  • Ability to work in compliance with all local, federal, and USDA regulations.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to maintain efficiency in the workplace and effective in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail to provide good animal welfare.
  • 2 years experience
  • Certification through AALAS is preferred
  • Previous animal care experience preferred

    • TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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    Animal Care Technician • North Chicago, Illinois, United States