Animal Technician, Sr. jobs in Charleston, WV

Animal Technician, Sr. provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician, Sr. 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, Sr. 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, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Animal Technician, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Animal Care Technician
  • Petland Corporate Stores
  • Charleston, WV 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.
  • 19 Days Ago

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Animal Care Technician - Charleston
  • Petland Corporate Stores
  • Charleston, WV 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 ar...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Alliance Animal Health
  • Charleston, WV FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionAnimal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984. We set a standard for excellent vet...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Animal Care Associates - Charleston, WV
  • Charleston, WV INTERN
  • Company Description Animal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984. We set a standard for excellent ve...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Sr Mechanic / Technician
  • FedEx Freight
  • Nitro, WV FULL_TIME
  • Starting Rate of Pay: $32.70 / hour3rd Shift PositionAs a Mechanic / Technician with FedEx Freight, you will use your heavy equipment experience and/or diesel mechanic education to maintain and repair...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Sr Mechanic / Technician
  • FedEx
  • Nitro, WV FULL_TIME
  • Starting Rate of Pay: $32.70 / hour3rd Shift PositionAs a Mechanic / Technician with FedEx Freight, you will use your heavy equipment experience and/or diesel mechanic education to maintain and repair...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Babysitters - WV (Charleston)
  • NannyPod
  • Charleston, WV
  • Job Description Pick up occasional childcare jobs - Use the NannyPod App! Pick up childcare jobs on-demand in the 'gig e...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Restaurant GM - NEW opening - $$$
  • Gecko Hospitality
  • Charleston, WV
  • Restaurant General Manager NEEDED - Work for owners who CARE! $60,000 - $65,000 base salary We offer the BEST QUALITY OF...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation
  • Charleston, WV
  • Correctional Officer Pay Rate: $40,000 - $53,000 The State of West Virginia is hiring for three jobs: Correctional Offic...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Restaurant Manager - 45 hour work week! Enjoy coming to work again!!!
  • Gecko Hospitality
  • Charleston, WV
  • Restaurant Manager - AMAZING quality of life and fun place to work! ENJOY COMING TO WORK AGAIN!! Apply to this opening i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Laborers
  • CentiMark Corporation
  • Charleston, WV
  • CentiMark Corporation, the national leader in the commercial roofing industry, has exceptional opportunities for experie...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Server
  • Outback Steakhouse
  • Charleston, WV
  • Text "HIREME" to 30437! At Outback Steakhouse, we believe that people want to be part of something they can be proud of,...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Groomer
  • Petco
  • Barboursville, WV
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager
  • Lids
  • Charleston, WV
  • About Our Company For nearly 25 years, Lids has been the leading headwear and sportswear retailer in North America! We a...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Charleston is the most populous city in, and the capital of, the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers, the population during the 2017 Census Estimate was 47,929. The Charleston metropolitan area as a whole had 214,406 residents. Charleston is the center of government, commerce, and industry for Kanawha County, of which it is the county seat. Early industries important to Charleston included salt and the first natural gas well. Later, coal became central to economic prosperity in the city and the surrounding area. Today, trade, utilities, governm...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician, Sr. jobs
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Charleston, West Virginia area prices
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