An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
5 Positions Job Overview Laboratories is seeking compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented individuals to join its team as Animal Care Associates in Wilmington, MA. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for candidates interested in building a career in the life sciences, research, or animal care field. No prior animal care experience is required—comprehensive training will be provided. Responsibilities Provide daily care for research animals, including feeding, watering, and maintaining clean housing environments. Receive, inspect, and properly house incoming animals. Perform routine health observations and document findings. Assist with administering medications, injections, and blood collection following training and established protocols. Maintain animal welfare standards and ensure compliance with facility procedures. Restock supplies and assist with general facility operations as needed. Qualifications Minimum 6 months of general work experience required. No High School Diploma or GED required. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, and work on your feet for extended periods. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented with a positive attitude. Must be local to the Wilmington, MA area and able to work onsite. Must be comfortable working with animals. Important Pet Ownership Restrictions Due to biosecurity requirements, employees working with research animals cannot own or have regular contact with certain animal species, including: Mice, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, gerbils, or non-human primates. Wild rodents such as squirrels, chipmunks, hedgehogs, chinchillas, opossums, and similar species. Reptiles or animals that are routinely fed rodents or rabbits. Raccoons, skunks, opossums, and similar wildlife. Employees may own traditional domestic pets such as: Dogs Cats Fish Birds Ferrets Horses Cattle Sheep Goats Why Join Laboratories? Entry-level opportunity with paid training. Temp-to-perm career path. No weekends required. Stable Monday-Friday schedule. Gain hands-on experience in the life sciences industry. Support research that contributes to improving human and animal health worldwide. #1003
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$16.00 - $20.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have Minimum 6 months Animal care or Relevant experience?
