Animal Care Technician

We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people.  Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide. ​

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Animal Care Technician!

Do you have a passion for animals and a desire to make a real difference in their lives? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Animal Care Technician to join our team and help provide exceptional care for animals in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). If you’re committed to animal welfare and ready to take on a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
As an Animal Care Technician, your role will involve a variety of duties that directly impact the health and well-being of the animals in your care. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Compassionate Animal Care: Provide love, care, and attention to all animals, ensuring they are treated with the respect they deserve.
• Feeding and Care: Prepare and serve meals, conduct feeding trials, and ensure animals always have access to fresh water.
• Sanitation & Safety: Keep animal enclosures clean and odor-free, while maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Animal Enrichment: Help socialize, exercise, and provide olfactory/natural enrichment for dogs and cats.
• Health Monitoring: Observe and report animal behaviors, health conditions, and report any concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Daily Documentation & Reports: Accurately record animal information, complete necessary visual management charts, and contribute to daily huddles.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Assist with animal introductions, manage supplies, and help with the acquisition of new animals as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months of animal care experience—can include professional, volunteer, farm, or personal business experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, and restraining animals safely
• Experience working with large groups of animals is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to safely follow safety protocols and established safety standards
• Passion for working with animals and socializing them in a positive, off-leash environment
• Capability to assess animal health and provide proper care
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform other physical tasks as needed

Why Join Us?

• Be a part of a team that makes a tangible impact on animal welfare every day
• Work in a supportive, caring environment where your contributions matter
• Gain hands-on experience and the opportunity to grow in the field of animal care

At AFB, Our People Matter—it’s the cornerstone of our culture and we offer an industry-leading benefits package:

• Above-market wages
• Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance.
• “Pay for performance” annual merit increases.
• 401(k) with company matching—building your financial future together (Dollar for dollar company match up to 4.5% and $.50 match up to 6%).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family’s well-being.
• Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year.
• Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time.
• Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents. Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave.
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee uniforms provided.

If you're passionate about animal welfare and ready for a challenging yet rewarding role, apply today to join our team of dedicated animal care professionals!

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.