Animal Husbandry Technician

Animal Husbandry TechnicianAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our growing team in bringing our Mission to life – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.Location: Benson, VTShift: Tuesday/Wednesday 7-4:30, Thursday/Friday 7-4 pm Saturday 7-10The Binding Site, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a global leader in specialty diagnostics that provides diagnostic assays and instruments to improve the diagnosis and management of blood cancers and immune system disorders. The Binding Site Freelite® offering is widely recommended for multiple myeloma diagnosis and monitoring across all stages of the disease by major clinical guideline publications. In addition, The Binding Site is an active and influential contributor to the broader scientific community.The Binding Site VT specializes in the production of polyclonal antibodies, primarily in sheep, and is a subsidiary of a larger diagnostic company based in England. We currently have a full-time, 40-hour position available for an Animal Husbandry Technician on our USDA registered sheep farm and laboratory in Benson, VT.Discover Impactful Work:Carry out daily feeding regimes of all animals on the farmRoutine and non-routine animal treatmentsParticipate in animal sorting or movementParticipate in herding and transfer of animals between farm sitesParticipate in the breeding/lambing programAssist in keeping all housing buildings to USDA standardsWork in conjunction with the Attending Veterinarian, where requiredEnsure all records are completed daily and accuratelyAny other requirements regarding the welfare and maintenance of animals, housing areas, and production areasKeys to Success:High school diploma1+ year of work experience requiredKnowledge and experience of working with livestock preferredKnowledge and experience of breeding/lambing preferredValid driving license requiredExcellent communication and organizational skills (written and verbal)Able to communicate at all levelsWork in a team settingAbility to multitask and prioritize workloadsAbility to proactively problem solveAttention to detailWork autonomouslyPhysical Requirements / Work Environment:Dependability, reliability, and comfortable working in any weatherMust be flexible due to the unexpected nature of working with animals and on a farmWorking one weekend day is needed as part of the animal feeding staff rotationLift up to 50 pounds +/-Lifting, carrying, pushing, pullingReaching, twisting, turningWalking on uneven, wet, slippery surfacesBenefits:We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!Compensation and Benefits:The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Vermont is $16.10–$24.16.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit: