Larkyn Swimmer
East Lansing,MI
Summary
An experienced and dependable animal care worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact while continuously learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Technician I
Michigan State Universtiy
06.2025 - Current
- Assist in routine husbandry care of clinical and biomedical research animals by supplying food, water, and clean cages daily.
- Provide safe handling of animals and daily health observations while reporting any concerns to veterinary staff.
- Follow general facility cleaning and safety compliance by using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), understanding hazardous material handling, and following emergency procedures.
Animal Caretaker
Potter Park Zoo
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues while communicating concerns to supervisors.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Ensured clean, comfortable shelter for animals with appropriate space, balanced diets and constant access to water mimicking natural conditions where possible.
Aquatic Assistant
PLM Lake and Land Management Corp.
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted aquatic technicians with field duties.
- Posted notifications of treatment along shoreline areas.
- Loaded/unloaded work vehicles and boats, along with handling of equipment and chemicals.
Saltwater Aquarist Intern
Preuss Pets Exotic Petstore
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained knowledge of specimens under care as well as husbandry requirements.
- Assisted with development of new exhibits and improved existing exhibits as assigned.
- Assisted with daily animal diet preparations and water quality testing.
- Maintained aquatic habitat cleanliness in preparation for visitors.
HOUSEKEEPER
Housekeeping Associates Inc.
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated commitment to providing high standards of hospitality services at all times
- Dust-mopped, vacuumed, and buffed floors to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Adept at following instructions from supervisors regarding specific cleaning tasks
PACKAGE HANDLER
UPS Customer Warehouse
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Followed all safety regulations and procedures when handling packages
- Reported damaged products and workplace incidents to supervisors for review
- Loaded and unloaded packages from trucks, consistently meeting deadlines
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - ZOOLOGY WITH MARINE BIOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2024
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management Skills
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Stocking And Replenishing
- Pet Handling
- Animal Interaction
- Housekeeping Duties
- Team collaboration abilities
- Animal Observations
- Behavioral observation aptitude
- Record keeping proficiency
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Animal Care Technician I
Michigan State Universtiy
06.2025 - Current
Animal Caretaker
Potter Park Zoo
07.2024 - 04.2025
Aquatic Assistant
PLM Lake and Land Management Corp.
06.2024 - 07.2024
Saltwater Aquarist Intern
Preuss Pets Exotic Petstore
10.2023 - 04.2024
HOUSEKEEPER
Housekeeping Associates Inc.
06.2022 - 08.2022
PACKAGE HANDLER
UPS Customer Warehouse
06.2021 - 08.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - ZOOLOGY WITH MARINE BIOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Michigan State University