Animal Care & Feeding Trial Technician

AFB International; Montgomery City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

AFB International is seeking a dedicated animal care technician to provide daily care for dogs and cats under the Animal Welfare Act guidelines. You will assist with kenneling, feeding trials, and enrichment activities while maintaining strict safety and hygiene standards.

The role requires compassionate handling, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and reliable documentation for veterinary staff. Training will cover safety absolutes, PPE, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in food science or animal nutrition is preferred but not required.
• Two+ years animal care experience or equivalent combo of education and experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for all animals.
• Assist in kenneling and unkenneling dogs safely.
• Monitor animal behaviors and report concerns.
• Maintain clean animal enclosures and odor control.
• Ensure access to water for all animals.
• Exercise and socialize animals daily.
• Document animal information for management or veterinary staff.
• Weigh animals for body condition as directed.
• Handle stocking and food shipments; prep food for trials.

Skills

Compassionate care

Animal behavior awareness

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in food science or animal nutrition (preferred)

Job description

AFB International is seeking a dedicated animal care technician to provide daily care for dogs and cats under the Animal Welfare Act guidelines. You will assist with kenneling, feeding trials, and enrichment activities while maintaining strict safety and hygiene standards.

The role requires compassionate handling, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and reliable documentation for veterinary staff. Training will cover safety absolutes, PPE, and standard operating procedures.