• Animal Caretaker II

    Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)


    Position Summary

    Cleans and handles animals in the small animal clinic of the Veterinary Medical Center. 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. Frequent lifting of 26-75 lbs.

    Minimum Requirements

    High school graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of animals and their care. One year satisfactory experience as an Animal Caretaker I or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience. Participate in job related in-service education. Willingness to work a flexible shift. Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator license(s). Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

     

    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

     

    Resume

     

    Three professional references

     

    Work Hours

     

    This is a FULL-TIME third shift position.

     

    Building Location

    VET MEDICAL CTR

    Website

    WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

     

    Summary of Physical Demands

     

    Lifting between 26-75 lbs.

     

    Pushing load weights up to 250 lbs.

     

    Summary of Health Risks

     

    Potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis.

     

    Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.

     

    Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).

     

    Bidding eligibility ends October 7, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.