Animal Care Associate

Fortis Life Sciences•Conroe, TX

6d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Fortis Life Sciences is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics reagents and solutions. We partner with our customers to design, validate, and manufacture solutions to solve their complex development problems. Our teams work together across various sites, functions, & scientific disciplines to help our customers bring their innovations to market with confidence. We are currently seeking an Animal Care Associate to join our team in Montgomery, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals and is looking to build a rewarding career in animal care, veterinary support, or the life sciences. The schedule for this position is onsite Monday-Friday, 6:00am-3:00pm, with overtime and weekend work as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Willingness to be trained to gain the following skills: Basic understanding of animal care, including recognizing signs of sickness or injury
Willingness to be trained to gain the following skills: Understanding of safe animal-handling and blood-collection practices
Willingness to be trained to gain the following skills: Knowledge of safe tool and equipment operation after required training
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the health team
Ability to follow instructions and established procedures
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Ability to stand for extended periods, including throughout the workday
Ability to lift and handle feed bags weighing 50+ pounds
Ability to push or pull loaded dollies weighing approximately 200 pounds
Ability to work outdoors in all seasons

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in animal care
Prior experience in minor plumbing
Prior experience in heavy machinery

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain animal housing, facilities, and property using appropriate tools and equipment to ensure safe, orderly living conditions.
Learn and apply safe techniques for handling animals and collecting blood, including proper work around needles and blood.
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or abnormal conditions and promptly report concerns to the health team.
Learn to safely operate assigned equipment and assist with minor plumbing, grounds, and equipment work when qualified.
Contribute to the team by following directions and protocols to provide excellent care for the animals, communicating effectively, and working cooperatively.
Maintain the assigned work schedule and participate in rotating overtime as required.