Animal Care Technician - Enrichment & Welfare Focus

Ensign-Bickford Industries; Montgomery City (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

AFB International is seeking an Animal Care Technician to provide compassionate care for dogs and cats, conduct feeding trials, and help maintain clean, safe enclosures in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act.

You will monitor animal health, document observations, and support enrichment activities while working with a team in a supportive environment. The role offers above-market wages and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of animal care experience (professional, volunteer, farm, or personal).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks safely.
• Experience working with large groups of animals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compassionate animal care and attention to all animals.
• Feeding and care: meals, feeding trials, fresh water.
• Sanitation and safety: clean enclosures and maintain safety standards.
• Animal enrichment: socialize, exercise, and enrichment for dogs/cats.
• Health monitoring: observe and report concerns to team.
• Documentation and reports: record animal information and daily huddles.

Skills

Animal care

Safety protocols

Team player

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AFB International is seeking an Animal Care Technician to provide compassionate care for dogs and cats, conduct feeding trials, and help maintain clean, safe enclosures in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act.

You will monitor animal health, document observations, and support enrichment activities while working with a team in a supportive environment. The role offers above-market wages and comprehensive benefits.