Animal Caretakers Jobs Pay in Ames, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.14 – $21.05
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,811 – $43,792
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How much do Animal Caretakers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.09/hr
Range: $16.27 – $17.89
Annual Rate
$35,532
Range: $33,839 – $37,223
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.10/hr
Range: $19.14 – $21.05
Annual Rate
$41,802
Range: $39,811 – $43,792
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.11/hr
Range: $22.01 – $24.21
Annual Rate
$48,072
Range: $45,783 – $50,361
Animal Caretakers job description
Animal Caretakers professionals perform specialized duties that contribute to organizational success. They apply their skills and knowledge to meet job requirements and deliver quality results.
- •Perform assigned duties efficiently
- •Follow company policies and procedures
- •Collaborate with team members
- •Maintain quality standards
- •Report issues to supervisors
- •Complete required training
- •Job-specific technical skills
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Teamwork
- •Adaptability
- •Relevant experience or education
- •Ability to meet job requirements
- •Background check may be required
- •Reliable transportation
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