Animal Caretaker II
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Job no: 1084817
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 14
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906
Sub Area: 1585- Service Maint.
Salary: 22.89
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Veterinary/Animal Care, Service Maintenance- 1585, 1/2 Time (50-64.9%), Union
Position Summary
Cleans treatment areas and kennels 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
Weekend shifts
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 November 25, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.
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Applications close: Eastern Standard Time
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