Animal Care Associate

Fortis Life Sciences•Montgomery, Texas, Montgomery, TX, US, TX

4d•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 Health Technician 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. Overtime is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Basic understanding of animal care, including recognizing signs of sickness or injury
Understanding of safe animal-handling and blood-collection practices
Knowledge of safe tool and equipment operation after required training
Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the health team
Follow instructions and established procedures
Manage multiple tasks effectively
Stand for extended periods, including throughout the workday
Lift and handle feed bags weighing 50+ pounds
Push or pull loaded dollies weighing approximately 200 pounds
Work in extreme hot and cold temperatures

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the Skills and Abilities listed below are very beneficial
Experience with minor plumbing and heavy machinery is very beneficial
Willingness to be trained, and become proficient, in the following skills

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.