Animal Caretaker- Central PA
Earn Great Pay with Plenty of Overtime Opportunities!
Are you looking for an opportunity that offers competitive pay and plenty of overtime? We are hiring multiple Animal Caretakers in Central PA. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive Pay: Earn good cash with opportunities for overtime.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values hard work and dedication.
Job Description:
1. Provide general care, feeding and watering of animals.
2. Operate van for the pickup and delivery of cages, racks, bedding, feed and other miscellaneous items.
3. Assist in holding animals for administrating of drugs, clipping, weighing and other tasks as assigned.
4. Record and report unusual instances involving behavior of animals, vermin infestation, temperature changes and other conditions affecting the wellbeing of the animals.
5. Maintain records of food and bedding materials on hand, used and daily or weekly requirements. Record animal experimental data on a limited scale.
6. Perform routine medication and nursing procedures under the direction of the supervisor.
7. Perform technical aspects of diet preparation, including operation of food grinder. Collect urine, fecal materials, hair, etc.
8. Clean and sanitize cages, animal rooms and related service areas. Operate rack, bottle, cage washing machine, autoclave, floor scrubber and washer, clothes washer and dryer.
9. Euthanize small laboratory animals as required.
10. Load, unload and store food, cages and bedding materials, and other lab equipment and supplies. Deliver orders being careful not to contaminate food sacks.
11. Operate incinerator for the destruction of animals and bedding.
12. Receive animal deliveries, check received animals against order regarding sex, weight, general health and identify by tattooing.
13. Maintain a daily census of all animals in the assigned facilities.
14. Carry out quarantine and isolation procedures.
15. Purchase small quantities of produce and other animal food items on occasion from local merchants.
Requirements:
- Must be reliable and punctual
- Must have a driver’s license
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Must be able work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to work overtime as needed
- Previous experience is a plus, but not required
Benefits:
- Overtime pay
- Training provided
How to Apply:
- Online: Visit our website at https://www.cgtstaffing.com/jobs
- Email: Send your resume to jobs@cgtstaffing.com
Don't miss out on this opportunity to earn great pay with lots of overtime! Apply today and start your new temporary position with us.
Note that this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. The activities, duties, or responsibilities outlined herein are subject to change according to business need or circumstance.
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