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Animal Caretakers Salaries
in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.34 – $21.27
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,227 – $44,250
Salaries for Animal Caretakers near Santa Maria-Santa Barbara
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$15.20
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$18.98
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Arizona, AZ
$18.55
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Arkansas, AR
$16.19
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California, CA
$20.35
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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
$17.26/hr
Range: $16.44 - $18.08
Annual Rate
$35,903
Range: $34,193 - $37,613
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.31/hr
Range: $19.34 - $21.27
Annual Rate
$42,239
Range: $40,227 - $44,250
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.36/hr
Range: $22.24 - $24.46
Annual Rate
$48,575
Range: $46,261 - $50,887
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

