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Animal Care Technician Xenia, OH $16.20/hour 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | 365-day operation | Occasional OT Reptiles by Mack is a leading reptile breeding and wholesale facility specializing in captive-bred ...

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$16.20/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Animal Care Technician

Xenia, OH
$16.20/hour
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 365-day operation | Occasional OT

Reptiles by Mack is a leading reptile breeding and wholesale facility specializing in captive-bred bearded dragons, crested geckos, leopard geckos, corn snakes, ball pythons, and more. We offer a fast-paced, hands-on work environment and promote from within.

What You’ll Do:
  • Feed, water, and medicate reptiles and feeder animals
  • Clean and disinfect enclosures
  • Monitor animal health and report concerns
  • Assist with egg incubation
  • Maintain accurate care records
  • Unload and organize feed and supplies
What We’re Looking For:
  • Must enjoy working with animals
  • Comfortable handling reptiles, insects, and feeder mice
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Comfortable working in warm (85–90°F), humid conditions
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life amp; Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
  • Paid vacation amp; holidays (FT after 1 year)
  • Perfect Attendance hours
  • Employee discounts on reptiles amp; feeders
  • Monthly team lunches amp; appreciation events

Animal care or husbandry experience preferred. Driver’s license a plus.