Rodent Kennel Tech - Jupiter

We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Rodent Kennel Technician to join a professional animal care team in the Jupiter area.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay: $16.50/hour

This is a hands-on animal care position that’s a great fit for someone with experience in a veterinary, animal care, research, agricultural, or similar environment. If you’re comfortable working with rodents, following established procedures, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and treating animals with care and respect, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Clean, sanitize, and prepare animal cages and equipment for reuse.

• Operate cage-washing, sterilization, and sanitation equipment.

• Perform routine cleaning and basic equipment maintenance.

• Safely handle and dispose of bedding, waste, and other materials.

• Maintain clean and sanitary animal support areas, workspaces, storage areas, and hallways.

• Transport cages, bedding, equipment, and supplies throughout the facility.

• Receive, stock, and organize animal care supplies.

• Collect sanitation testing samples as directed.

• Follow all animal care, safety, sanitation, and facility procedures.

• Complete required training and assist with training new team members when needed.

• Humanely euthanize rodents in accordance with established protocols and applicable regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• At least 1 year of recent animal-care experience in a veterinary, research, laboratory, agricultural, or similar setting.

• Comfortable working directly with rodents.

• Comfortable performing humane euthanasia as part of routine job responsibilities.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures precisely.

• Dependable, responsible, and comfortable working independently.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move cages, equipment, bedding, and supplies throughout the workday.

• AALAS ALAT certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.

Background check: Required