University Laboratory Animal Resources (ULAR) Per Diems & Technical Charges Per Diem Charges [PDF] Technical Service Rates Technician Time* (minimum 15 minutes) $25/hour Caretaker Time* (minimum 15 minutes) $18/hour Use of Sterile large O.R. $100 per use Use of non-sterile O.R. $100 per use Supplies Cost + 25% *Normal working hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime salary is determined by HR rates.