Chris Vantassel
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Reliable and experienced Animal Care Technician with 10 years of professional expertise. Possessing extensive knowledge in animal behavior, nutrition, and health conditions. Skilled in effective communication with owners and animal interaction. Demonstrating 8 years of experience in breeding and proficient record-keeping with aquatic and reptile species. Highly motivated and eager to embrace new challenges. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Able to work efficiently without supervision and quickly acquire mastery of new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Technician
UC Davis
08.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
- Isolated animals with potential contagious diseases to reduce infection risks and monitor disease presentation.
- Provided perdiem sheets and assisted with all paperwork for supervisor.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Passed certification on multiple animal species from rodents to NHP.
Fisheries Technician
Sterling Caviar
04.2022 - Current
- Increased public awareness of fisheries conservation efforts by providing educational outreach programs and presentations to local communities.
- Contributed to successful grant applications to secure funding for essential research projects aimed at understanding key factors affecting fish populations.
- Collected water on weekly basis to assess for predatory issues that could cause harm to marine life.
- Studied and assessed outcomes of invasive species on marine ecosystem.
- Supported sustainable fisheries management through the collection of biological samples for age, growth, and reproductive analysis.
- Provided critical support during emergency response efforts related to fish kills or disease outbreaks by rapidly deploying resources and expertise as needed.
- Improved hatchery efficiency by maintaining optimal water quality, temperature, and flow conditions for fish rearing.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
Zookeeper
Folsom sanctuary zoo
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Cared for animals with regular feeding and watering, social engagement and play opportunities.
- Cleaned and restocked housing and habitats.
- Presented informal educational programs to excite and inform zoo visitors.
- Elicited species-specific behaviors by creating and implementing behavioral enrichment activities.
- Trained animals to follow feeding and safety procedures with operant conditioning.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
Marine Husbandry
Seaquest folsom
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
- Followed consistent safety procedures, maintained visible animal identification and checked tags to minimize care errors.
- Set boundaries through disciplinary teaching and treat training.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
Construction Worker
A Better Bath & Kitchen
07.2010 - 09.2018
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Breeding
Folsom Lake College
Folsom, CASkills
- Safety precautions and measures
- Pet feeding and medication administration
- Canine exercise sessions
- Pet charting information
- Animal evaluations
- Kennel cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Patient records maintenance
- Proper chemical handling
- Owner paperwork completion
- Safety and health precautions
- Company procedure adherence
- Breed and species knowledge
- Animal health understanding
- Computer skills
- Water flow and water quality testing
- Disease recognition and treatment
- Overseen entire farm site and fish production
Timeline
Animal Care Technician
UC Davis
08.2022 - Current
Fisheries Technician
Sterling Caviar
04.2022 - Current
Zookeeper
Folsom sanctuary zoo
10.2021 - 08.2023
Marine Husbandry
Seaquest folsom
09.2018 - 10.2021
Construction Worker
A Better Bath & Kitchen
07.2010 - 09.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Breeding
Folsom Lake College
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