Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PAWS Shelter of Central Texas is a non-profit no-kill animal shelter located in both Kyle and Dripping Springs, Texas. This is position (*at the Dripping Springs location*) includes both hands-on work with dogs as well as interpersonal communication and counseling the public on our adoptable animals. Some holidays and one weekend day required. Looking to hire someone immediately, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, 9-5, but there is scope for flexibility with the days. Two full time or three part time positions are available. Benefits include access to at-cost vaccines and preventatives for household pets. We're a small and hard working team, and we love the work we do and the dogs in our care. Several of us foster PAWS dogs, and there is scope to cross-train into other roles within the organisation, but you can't beat spending every day with the dogs, whether it's throwing balls for them in the play yards, grooming them in our purpose built bath, or introducing them to their new families. There's no better job in the world.
Responsibilities/qualifications include (but aren’t limited to):
·Must have a valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record.
If you're interested in this position, please reply to this email with your cover letter and resume. Thanks for looking!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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