"Animal Technician 3 - SA Facilities/Kennel Assistant"

Animal Technician 3 - SA Facilities/Kennel Assistant

Available Title(s): 525G-YN_CS_NPS - Animal Technician 3

Business Title: Animal Technician 3 - SA Facilities/Kennel Assistant

Employee Type: Classified

The Opportunity:

Utilize diverse knowledge base for many needs within an animal care facility with an emphasis on cleaning and maintenance. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing animal treatment and holding areas and observing animals for sickness or abnormalities. Stocking supplies; collecting, processing and distributing laundry; collection and disposal of trash and biohazardous waste. Minor equipment repair and other miscellaneous tasks as needed. Train, lead and assist with work of hourly employees.

Work schedule 5am - 1:30pm, Monday-Friday. (Some Holiday and weekend shifts may occasionally be required).

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,417 to $4,542 | Range 38 (Steps A-M)

Required Qualifications:

• Two years of experience as an Animal Technician 2; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Must pass WSU radiation safety training exam first time it is available.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with and caring for canine, feline, birds, and exotics.
• Experience in general maintenance and repair.
• Experience handling waste and performing custodial duties.
• Experience stocking inventory and completing laundry.

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine

Department Name: Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Location: Pullman, WA

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter