Animal Care Tech I (Washroom)

Animal Care Tech I (Washroom)

Job Summary

Responsible for daily operation and maintenance of the washroom facility. This is an entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect animal cages and equipment
• Operate washroom equipment, including rack, tunnel and cabinet washers; autoclaves, disposals units, bedding dispensers and portable washers
• Basic record keeping in logbooks
• Work with cleaning and disinfecting chemicals
• Sanitize washroom and storage areas

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

• Nearly Continuously: Standard vivarium environment; with typical vivarium environmental hazards and concerns. Standard laboratory environment; Safety shoes are required to be worn by all employees working in animal facilities
• Seldom: Occasionally handles/works with biohazards or risks for potential job-related injury, rarely coming in contact with hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required:

• Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking, walking.
• Often: Bending, reaching overhead, twisting.
• Seldom: Lifting - up to 50 pounds, kneeling, squatting.

Minimum Qualifications
GED or HS Diploma or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Preferences
Previous experience in a veterinary, animal laboratory research, aquaculture or aquarium science setting is preferred.

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN39486B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00717 - Office of Comparative Medicine
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 17.00, increases to 18.00 after six months
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: No

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/169216


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