Animal Care Service Worker

University of Victoria

  • Sedgewick, AB
  • $3,803-3,920 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsAnimal Care Service Worker - (992799.6)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> VP Research -> VP - Research - Research ActivitiesLocationUniversity of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close Date9 September 2025Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1.0Salary Grade$3,803.00 - $3,920.00Additional Posting Information:N/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.ClassificationPB4Hours of WorkMonday to Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pmStart Date9/2/2025End Date3/31/2026Employee Group:CUPE 951 - Term# of Hires Needed1CategoryOtherAbout this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.Job SummaryReporting to the Senior Registered Laboratory Animal Technicians - Operations, the Animal Care Service Workers provide infrastructure support to all research and teaching animal facilties and administrative areas.These positions work in a lab environment where there is a hazard of Laboratory Animal Allergy. There are mandatory requirements in place to minimize/ eliminate the hazard, such as enrolment in the UVic Allergy Awareness program (requiring baseline and annual pulmonary function tests) and adherence to WorkSafeBC requirements (including the appropriate use of and to be clean-shaven while wearing a respirator). The ACSWs are required to maintain no known allergies to rodents or rabbits.Job RequirementsSkills:
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to learn and apply new techniques.
  • Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to listen actively and attentively, and obtain clarification as required.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff and students.
  • Ability to carry out an effective work schedule under limited supervision.
  • Ability to appropriately present the unit and its services, presenting a professional appearance.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills are essential.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the job including: working outdoors in potentially inclement weather (outdoor clothing is provided), working indoors without windows, working with high temperature steam equipment, constant mobility (including lifting up to 25 kg, bending and reaching), performing repetitive tasks, and ability to operate tools and equipment continually.
  • No known allergies to rodents or rabbits, or the products used in their housing and care.
Specialized Knowledge/Education:
  • Valid British Columbia driver's licence with a clean driver's abstract is required.
  • High school diploma or equivalency
Experience:
  • Experience with the operation and maintenance of assorted equipment.
  • A minimum of two years of work experience.
Operational hours and service requirements require willingness to work any recognized shift, including weekends.Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of .Read our full equity statement here:Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:

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