Animal Technician jobs in Parkersburg, WV

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)

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Animal Care Technician - Athens
  • Petland Corporate Stores
  • Athens, OH FULL_TIME
  • JOB TITLE: Animal Care Technician

    REPORTS TO: Animal Care Manager

    DRIVING POSITION:  No

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  No

    POSITION TYPE:  Hourly (Non-Exempt)

    SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

    Animal Care Technicians are trained to provide excellent care for Petland puppies.  It is critical that every puppy’s nutritional, behavioral, environmental, and maintenance needs are met.  Animal Care Technicians provide care by following established company systems and procedures. If you have a passion for animals and their wellbeing and would enjoy working for a great company that loves animals and values the contributions of its employees, Petland may be the place for you.

    COMPENSATION:

    The current starting pay for Animal Care Technicians is $14/hr. and increases to $15 after 90 days of employment. 

    POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Performs opening, daily and closing procedures in the kennel.
    • Completes procedural cleaning checklists to ensure maximum cleanliness and ensures cleanliness is maintained.
    • Ensures the health of all puppies and kittens is monitored daily and assists in keeping proper records.
    • Ensures proper pet nutrition, socialization, and cleaning is handled according to expectations. 
    • Assists dedicated store veterinarian with puppy and kitten examinations and provides care and medications as prescribed by the veterinarian.
    • Selected and properly trained “key holders” assist with the training and coaching of other, less experienced Animal Care Technicians.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
    REQUIRED SKILLS:
    • Attention to Detail
    • Teamwork
    • Animal Husbandry
    • Communication
    • Time Management

    REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
    High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT:
    • Standing – Continually required to stand
    • Walking – Continually required to walk
    • Sitting - Occasionally required to sit
    • Travelling – Occasionally required to travel
    • Finger Dexterity - Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
    • Climb, Bend, Balance, Stoop, Kneel or Crawl - Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
    • Talking/Hearing - Continually required to talk or hear
    • Visual Accuity - Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
    • Lifting/Pushing/Carrying – Occasionally required to lift more than 50 lbs. at a time with frequent lifting, pushing, or carrying of up to 30 lbs. 



    EEO Statement: Petland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity status.

    The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Petland’s Department of Human Resources.
     

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Veterinary Technician
  • White Hall Animal Clinic
  • Fairmont, WV FULL_TIME
  • **Join Our Compassionate Team at White Hall Animal Clinic!**Are you passionate about providing top-notch veterinary care? Do you thrive in an environment that values strong, lasting relationships with...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Animal Care Technician - Office of Laboratory Animal Resources - Health Sciences
  • West Virginia University
  • Morgantown, WV FULL_TIME
  • Description The Office of Laboratory Animal Resources (OLAR) at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Animal Care Technician. Applying to this position today allows you t...
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Certified Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant
  • K.E.Y. Animal Hospital, Inc.
  • Wheeling, WV FULL_TIME
  • K.E.Y. Animal Hospital is looking to add another member to our team!We are a 1.5 small animal doctor practice in the Wheeling WV area seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic Certified Veterinary Techni...
  • 20 Days Ago
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Animal Care Apprenticeship
  • Wheeling Park Commission
  • Wheeling, WV FULL_TIME
  • The Animal Care Apprenticeship will focus on developing future animal care skills along with our animal keepers and the animal management team. Additional opportunities include assisting with animal-r...
  • 23 Days Ago
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Code Enforcement Officer/Animal Control
  • City of Clarksburg
  • Clarksburg, WV FULL_TIME
  • The City of Clarksburg is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Code Enforcement Officer/Animal Control. This position is responsible for the overall enforcement of the adopted State Buildi...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Travel Registered Nurse RN Telemetry
  • OneStaffMedical
  • PARKERSBURG, WV
  • We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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RN - Tele
  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • RN – Telemetry Registered Nurse - Health Advocates Network is urgently hiring Telemetry RNs with at least 2 years of rec...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Class A CDL Truck Driver FLATBED - HIRING IMMEDIATELY Up to $100K!
  • Western Express
  • PARKERSBURG, WV
  • HAVE YOUR CDL-A? SPEAK WITH A SEATING SPECIALIST TODAY! (888) 383-4915 Real Miles. Real Money. Western Express has immed...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Store Supervisor - #643
  • Sheetz
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Ready for a career with limitless growth opportunities at a company t...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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KFC General Manager
  • KFC
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serv...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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KFC General Manager
  • KFC
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serv...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Restaurant Cook
  • Hardees
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • Restaurant Cook At Capstone Restaurant Group, we are dedicated to the fast food industry and are independently owned and...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Groomer Part Time
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • We are seeking an experienced Groomer to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated Groome...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Parkersburg, West Virginia

Parkersburg is a city in and the county seat of Wood County, West Virginia, United States. Located at the confluence of the Ohio and Little Kanawha rivers, it is the state's third-largest city and the largest city in the Parkersburg-Marietta-Vienna metropolitan area. The population was 31,492 at the 2010 census. Its peak population was 44,797 in 1960. The city is about 14 miles south of Marietta, Ohio. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad reached Parkersburg in 1857, but lacked a crossing over the Ohio River until after the American Civil War. When the B&O completed the Parkersburg Bridge (CSX) 18...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician jobs
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Parkersburg, West Virginia area prices
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