Animal Care Technician I - University of Kentucky : Job Details

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting DetailsJob Title Animal Care Technician IRequisition Number RE45737Working TitleDepartment Name 40832:Laboratory Animal ResourcesWork Location Lexington, KYGrade Level 40Salary Range $15.15-24.26/hourType of Position StaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHSClick here for more information about equivalencies: Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsRequires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; animal handling (including carcasses); risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; exposure to temperature extremes, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne/airborne pathogens. Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing.ShiftMonday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (40 hours per week); This position is required to participate in weekend, after hours, Holiday and on-call rotations. Occasional mandatory overtime may be required to meet staffing needs.Job SummaryCompletes primarily simple and routine animal care taking duties for mice and other rodents, non-human primates, pigeons, dogs and other animal species. As requested by Supervisor, completes facility care including cage wash and animal care activities which may occur up to 70% of the time of overall job duties and responsibilities. Staff will be trained in all facilities and will be rotated on a regular basis through all facilities for scheduled shifts and/or to meet staffing needs. All actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable DLAR SOPs, including safety procedures and guidelines. Reports any suspected or actual deviations to SOPs or non-routine situations immediately to Supervisor or Team Lead. Arrives, leaves and takes breaks at work as scheduled. Strictly adheres to DLAR attendance policy.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows, OutlookDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceAALAS certification at ALAT level is preferred. Promotions are based on DLAR needs and employee ability to compete at this level. Valid state driver's license if driving animal transport van.Deadline to Apply 06/12/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().Are you willing to work with animals (mice)?YesNoDescribe a time when your attention to detail resulted in you noticing an error.(Open Ended Question)Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Windows, Excel and PowerPoint).NoneBasicAverageProficientExpertDescribe in detail your ability to work independently in handling a large, varied, and complex workload, including how you addressed challenges in completing the job responsibilities.(Open Ended Question)Define your understanding of teamwork and give a recent example of how you demonstrated being a team player in a work setting.(Open Ended Question)The essential functions of this position will require you to push, pull or lift objects over 50lbs. Can you meet this requirement with or without reasonable accommodations?YesNoThe essential functions of this position require you to report to work during emergency closings. Are you willing to abide by this requirement?YesNo* Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?HigherEdJobs.comDiverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)InsightIntoDiversity.comLatinosinhighered.comIndeed.comA Colleague, Friend and/or Family MemberUK Job FairNone of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover LetterOptional DocumentsApply Here: