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Animal Caretakers Salaries
in Lafayette, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $13.04 – $14.34
Average Annual Pay
Range: $27,123 – $29,836
Salaries for Animal Caretakers near Lafayette
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Alabama, AL
$15.20
11.0%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Lafayette, LA
Alaska, AK
$18.98
38.6%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Lafayette, LA
Arizona, AZ
$18.55
35.5%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Lafayette, LA
Arkansas, AR
$16.19
18.3%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Lafayette, LA
California, CA
$20.35
48.6%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Lafayette, LA
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
$11.64/hr
Range: $11.08 - $12.19
Annual Rate
$24,207
Range: $23,055 - $25,361
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$13.69/hr
Range: $13.04 - $14.34
Annual Rate
$28,479
Range: $27,123 - $29,836
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$15.74/hr
Range: $15.00 - $16.49
Annual Rate
$32,751
Range: $31,191 - $34,311
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

