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University at Buffalo

Animal Caretaker

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$37K/yr

Posting Details Position Information Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Position Title Animal Caretaker ... Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action ...

Iowa State University

Animal Caretaker

Ames, IA · On-site

Animal Caretaker Job Group:Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and ... In addition to Iowa State University's standard background check, candidates are required to ...

Iowa State University

Animal Caretaker

Ames, IA · On-site

Animal Caretaker Job Group: Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: • Ability to read, write, and ... In addition to Iowa State University's standard background check, candidates are required to ...

Temple University

Sr Animal Caretaker

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$27.80/hr

Temple University's Central Animal Facilities division at LKSOM is searching for a Senior Animal Caretaker! Become a part of the Temple family, and you will have access to the following: Full medical ...

Virginia Tech

Equine Caretaker

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

Equine Caretaker Apply now Back to search results Job no: 537464 Work type: Staff Senior management ... The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 ...

Virginia Tech

Equine Caretaker

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

Equine Caretaker Apply now Back to search results Job no: 536753 Work type: Hourly Wage/Part-Time ... The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 ...

Villanova University

Animal Caretaker

Villanova, PA · On-site

$10/hr

Animal Caretaker Posting Type Student Hours/week: 12-15 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Cabrini Detailed Work Schedule Schedule is ...

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Biology Department Animal Caretaker

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Bethel University
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Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Feed, clean, and monitor the health of a variety of animals including rodents, fish, frogs, and birds.

  • Maintain a safe and sanitary environment for the animals.

  • Perform assigned tasks independently within scheduled hours and work environment.

Bethel University (Minnesota) rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About the role
  • The Animal Caretaker is responsible for caring for a variety of animals which may include rodents, fish, frogs, birds, and possibly more. The work includes feeding, cleaning, monitoring animal health, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, and comfortable working with a variety of animals.

Qualifications
  • Must be able to work most weekdays and at least one weekend day per week.
  • Must be able to work independently and complete assigned tasks without supervision.
  • Ability to communicate well with others
  • Must be responsible and dependable.
  • Must be a current student at Bethel University.
  • Previous experience with animals (personal, volunteer, or professional) preferred.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the Animal Caretaker will/may work in the following environments:
  • Indoor controlled, temperate environment.
  • If the caretaker is assigned to work in the outdoor aviary, work will occur in a variety of weather conditions including inclement weather (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Animal Caretaker to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and routinely lift/move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to use small step ladders to perform work.
  • Ability to work with hands in water to perform cleaning and work in aquaria.
  • Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.
Expected Hours of Work:
The work expectations for Animal Caretaker student employees includes:
  • The Animal Caretaker must be able to work between 3- 7 days a week depending on agree upon schedule and department working in. Caretakers in the Biology department will work between 3-4 days a week and Psychology up to 7 days a week.
  • For each day the Caretaker is assigned to work, the Caretaker will work between 1-4 hours depending on workload.
  • Daily assigned work must occur between 7AM and 9PM
  • Student employees may not work over 20 hours per week during the school year among all Bethel employment.

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.
Bethel University's Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.
The pay range for this role is:
14.75 - 14.75 USD per hour (Bethel University)

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