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Beacon Hill Staffing Group
Animal Husbandry Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$40,503 / year median in Ohio
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Animal Husbandry Technician Beacon Hill Staffing Group - 3.8 Columbus, OH Job Details $40,000.00 - $42,224.80 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Animal health monitoring Biology Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation Record keeping Research laboratory experience Microsoft Excel Equipment sterilization Word embeddings Animal enclosure cleaning Process improvement Routine inspections Improving operational efficiency Animal disease prevention Laboratory standard operating procedures Compliance documentation Organizational skills Animal housing management Environmental monitoring Productivity software Associate's degree Facilities routine maintenance Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Laboratory animal handling Communication skills Entry level Inventory tracking Full Job Description Position Summary This role supports daily operations within an animal research facility and contributes to study‑related activities through hands‑on animal care, facility support, and compliant documentation. The position plays an important role in maintaining animal welfare, operational readiness, and study support activities. Key Functions Perform routine animal care activities, including enclosure servicing and general room upkeep. Conduct scheduled animal observations to support health monitoring and welfare standards. Support animal population tracking, breeding activities, and inventory management. Assist with upkeep and operation of facility equipment and services required for daily operations. Coordinate intake and housing of incoming animals in accordance with established procedures. Participate in routine environmental monitoring and preventative facility checks. Support sanitation processes, including operation of wash systems, sterilization equipment, and related support areas. Identify operational issues and contribute recommendations to improve efficiency and compliance. Execute all assigned tasks in alignment with approved procedures and study requirements. Complete documentation accurately and consistently in accordance with regulated recordkeeping standards. Handle laboratory animals confidently, ethically, and in accordance with welfare guidelines. Provide additional operational support as needed to meet facility and research demands. Experience & Qualifications Associate degree or higher preferred; background in biological or life sciences is beneficial. Flexibility to work non‑traditional schedules, including weekends and holidays. Demonstrated commitment to ethical animal care and research support. Prior hands‑on experience with laboratory animals, including handling techniques. Ability to function effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly with documentation. Clear communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Familiarity with controlled laboratory environments, procedures, and guidelines. Comfortable using standard office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.