Animal Caretaker III at Michigan State University in EAST LANSING, Michigan

Job Description:

Job no: 990748

Work type: Support Staff

Pay Grade: 15

Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Veterinary Medicine

Department: Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906

Sub Area: 1585- Service Maint.

Salary: 21.92

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Labor/Service/Maintenance, Veterinary/Animal Care, Service Maintenance- 1585, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary

Assists in the Feeding, watering, cleaning and handling of large animals in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position assists in preparing and mixing feed, potables and special diets for animals; uses power sprayers, steam cleaners and other equipment to clean and maintain building and equipment; maintains accurate records and observes animals for signs of illness and reports symptoms to supervisor; assembles and repairs cages and equipment within animal rooms.

The College's vision is to be the destination for teaching, innovation, care, and service. Six goals, backed by specific strategies, guide our organization as we move forward. Read more at https ://cvm.msu.edu/about/strategic-planning-2021-26/goals to learn about the MSU College of Veterinary Medicines goals, strategies, and progress.

CVM Core Value of Diversity

We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued, respected, provided opportunity to flourish, and open doors in their pursuit of excellence. We encourage and welcome our community to share ideas with us surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Working knowledge of repair methods, equipment, and tools.


• Two years satisfactory experience as an Animal Caretaker II or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.


• First level AALAS* certification for LACS** employees. Optional for other units.


• Participate in job related in-service education.


• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.


• Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator license(s).


• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

* American Association of Laboratory Animal Sciences
** Laboratory Animal Care Service

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter and Resume

Work Hours

Saturday and Sunday 6:30am-11:30am, Wednesday - Friday 6:30am-5:00pm

Building Location

VET MEDICAL CTR

Website

WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

Summary of Physical Demands

Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds with team.

Summary of Health Risks

potential exposure to animals or to specimens with Mycobacterium. Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.

Bidding eligibility ends October 1, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.

Advertised: Sep 25, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Nov 17, 2024 Eastern Standard Time

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