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Animal Trainers Salaries
in California, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.31 – $30.04
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,805 – $62,485
Salaries for Animal Trainers near California
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$26.66
7.0%Lower than Animal Trainers in California, CA
Alaska, AK
$17.94
37.4%Lower than Animal Trainers in California, CA
Arizona, AZ
$18.76
34.6%Lower than Animal Trainers in California, CA
Arkansas, AR
$23.43
18.3%Lower than Animal Trainers in California, CA
Connecticut, CT
$24.93
13.1%Lower than Animal Trainers in California, CA
How much do Animal Trainers 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
$24.38/hr
Range: $23.21 - $25.53
Annual Rate
$50,698
Range: $48,284 - $53,112
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.68/hr
Range: $27.31 - $30.04
Annual Rate
$59,645
Range: $56,805 - $62,485
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.98/hr
Range: $31.41 - $34.55
Annual Rate
$68,592
Range: $65,326 - $71,858
Animal Trainers job description
Animal Trainers 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

