Provides animal husbandry and care for rodents and other species housed in all ARC facilities, as needed, to assist when facilities are understaffed.Observes animals for signs of disease and/or illness and reports conditions to the veterinary group.Completes all required job-related documentation, including per diem sheets, checklists, animal records, and files.Provides backup support by operating cagewash equipment including rack washers, tunnel washers, and autoclaves. Sanitizes animal housing equipment using cage-washing machines. Fills drinking bottles with fresh water and cages with bedding. Cleans cages, pens, and animal quarters. Sanitizes animal rooms, equipment, and facilities to prevent infections and disease. Maintains accurate records of room/equipment cleans. Prepares and uses dips, sprays, detergents, and disinfectants.Performs routine maintenance checks on equipment and reports any equipment that requires repairs or maintenance. Maintains accurate records of equipment checks.Sets up incoming animal deliveries. Receives, identifies, and cages newly arrived animals. Verifies animal deliveries against order documentation and submits delivery documentation to facility supervisor.May work without onsite supervision on weekends and University holidays as required.Other special projects and duties as assigned.