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Light Weather Enterprises

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Overnight canine caregiver

Savannah, GA · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Ability to stay awake and alert overnight ... Animal care experience is a plus Why Work With Us * Growing team with advancement opportunities

Light Weather Enterprises

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Overnight canine caregiver

Savannah, GA · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Ability to stay awake and alert overnight ... Animal care experience is a plus Why Work With Us * Growing team with advancement opportunities

Texas State Aquarium

Animal Care Monitor

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Animal Care Monitor (Full-Time, Overnight) Schedule: 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., five days per week Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Monitor animal areas, facility systems, and life ...

Texas State Aquarium

Animal Care Monitor

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Animal Care Monitor (Full-Time, Overnight) Schedule: 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., five days per week Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Monitor animal areas, facility systems, and life ...

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How much do overnight animal jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight animal in the United States is $14.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.82 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Overnight Animal job?

An Overnight Animal job typically involves caring for animals during nighttime hours in settings like shelters, veterinary clinics, or boarding facilities. Responsibilities may include feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and ensuring the animals are safe and comfortable. These roles are crucial for facilities that provide 24-hour care or supervision. Experience with animals and the ability to work independently in a quiet environment are often required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Overnight Animal position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Animal Care Attendant, you need hands-on experience working with animals, a basic understanding of animal care practices, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kennel management software, animal restraint tools, and first aid procedures is typically important. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure safe, compassionate care for animals during overnight hours and smooth communication with daytime staff.

What are some common responsibilities of an Overnight Animal Care Attendant during a typical shift?

Overnight Animal Care Attendants are responsible for monitoring the well-being of animals, ensuring kennels or enclosures remain clean, feeding according to specific schedules, and administering medications as directed. They often perform safety checks throughout the night and quickly respond to any signs of illness or distress. The role may also involve preparing the facility for the morning staff and documenting any behavioral or health changes observed overnight. Working overnight requires strong self-motivation and a passion for animal welfare, as much of the shift is unsupervised but crucial for the animals’ comfort and safety.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Overnight animal care jobs, such as overnight pet sitters or dog walkers, can sometimes pay around $3,000 a month, especially with multiple clients or in high-demand areas. These roles typically require animal handling skills, reliability, and flexible scheduling but often do not require formal degrees.
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Overnight Animal Care Technician

Animal House Jacksonville

Jacksonville, NC • On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description:

Animal House Jacksonville is seeking dog lovers with a passion for providing top notch care, and a desire to grow with a company of like-minded individuals! Starting pay range is $12.00 - $14.00 per hour with raises based on performance. Ideal candidate will be a kind, conscientious, and detail-oriented caregiver with a flexible schedule! We strive to provide a safe, fun, and rewarding work environment, with a focus on productive teamwork.

Duties include:

  • Canine Knowledge: You’ll learn animal behavior in order to provide a safe environment, including studying canine body language and learning how to make dogs comfortable in a kennel and playgroup environment.
  • Overnight Care: Take pups out for late-night private potty breaks, monitor them throughout the night, and make sure they are resting comfortably.
  • Meal Prep: Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the following day, carefully following each owner's instructions to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Cleaning: Managing the cleanliness of our kennels and maintaining the highest possible cleaning standards. Cleaning toys, washing dishes, mopping floors, vacuuming hair, and taking care of unpleasant doggy messes are critical aspects of the job!
  • Problem Solving: Use common sense to solve problems as it relates to dogs in our care.
  • Be Proactive: Work with initiative to take on an array of tasks in our center.
  • Work Together: Communicating effectively with other team members—working at a doggie daycare is fun, but only if everyone is on the same page!
  • Guest Service: Must have basic customer service skills and be ready to talk with pet parents about their family members!
  • Safety First: Able to follow established safety protocols to the letter to ensure a safe and fun environment for our guests—and ourselves!
  • Must love dogs: We have a lot of them!

Please note that the above-listed duties and responsibilities are the basic requirements for this role and may be modified, expanded, or reduced based on the evolving needs of the company.

If you’re the right candidate, we’d love for you to join our team! Benefits for all team members at Animal House Jacksonville include discounted daycare and boarding for your own dog, with additional benefits available for full time employees like medical/vision/dental plans and 401k!

Requirements:

The perfect candidate will embody these qualities:

  • Team Player: Works together well with others to make sure all duties are completed and our guests are cared for
  • Good Communicator: Able to properly, promptly, and effectively communicate with other team members, management, and pet parents
  • Flexibility: A flexible schedule. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Attention to Detail: Uses keen observation skills to make sure guests are safe and comfortable, and to report any issues as they arise
  • Animal Experience: Previous petcare/animal experience preferred, but not required. Love for animals a must!
  • Dog Friendly: Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds—we see it all!
  • Physical Stamina: An ability to stand/work upright for multiple hours at a time, in all weather types; able to lift at least 50 lbs and remain active throughout your shift. This is a physically demanding job!