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Animal Caretakers Salaries
in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.96 – $16.46
Average Annual Pay
Range: $31,117 – $34,228
Salaries for Animal Caretakers near Scranton--Wilkes-Barre
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$15.20
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Alaska, AK
$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
29.5%Higher than Animal Caretakers in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
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
$13.35/hr
Range: $12.72 - $13.99
Annual Rate
$27,772
Range: $26,449 - $29,094
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.71/hr
Range: $14.96 - $16.46
Annual Rate
$32,673
Range: $31,117 - $34,228
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.07/hr
Range: $17.20 - $18.93
Annual Rate
$37,574
Range: $35,785 - $39,362
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

