ANIMAL ATTENDANT

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI • 3h ago

ANIMAL ATTENDANT

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How to Apply

A resume is required for consideration for this position. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

Clean and sterilize cages, pens, bottles, and animal rooms.

Sweep, mop and scrub floors.

Transport waste material, cages, bedding, and related equipment as requested.

Clean and maintain cage wash equipment.

Clean and maintain assigned areas - to include the maintenance of equipment. Some equipment may require non- power tools to clean screens and jets as instructed by your supervisor. This work has been assessed to be within the job description and take less than 4 hrs per week to complete

Package and dispose of carcasses.

Receive and organize equipment and supplies for ULAM.

Put away food and bedding and other supplies.

Actively participate in team dynamics and meetings.

Be involved in team decisions and fulfilling customers' requests.

Acquire knowledge of sanitizing equipment.

Record completion of assigned duties on daily log.

Required Qualifications*

Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

This position requires considerable use of arms and legs and activities such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and the handling of materials which at time weigh as much as 50 lbs.

Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 1,000 pounds.

Must be able to walk or stand for a full 8-hour shift.

Must be able to perform repetitive motions over extended periods of time.

Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to animals, animal dander, animal byproducts, and bedding materials for prolonged periods of time.

Required to be fitted for particulate respirator for work with potential airborne hazards.

Must be able to work effectively and positively with others in a team environment.

Work Schedule

40 hrs/week; Monday thru Friday; days

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of five calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

273434

Working Title

ANIMAL ATTENDANT

Job Title

ANIMAL ATTENDANT

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Lab Animal Medicine Unit

Posting Begin/End Date

2/02/2026 - 2/07/2026

Salary

$42,473.60 - $44,969.60

Career Interest

Service/Maintenance (AFSCME Union)

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