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Santa Fe Animal Shelter Inc

Animal Care Tech 1

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

The focus of responsibility for the Animal Care Tech I is to provide of extended animal care and ... weekends & Holidays. · Communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with ...

Christensen Farms

Animal Care Technician

Olivia, MN · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We're looking for a dedicated Animal Care Technician to join our team, supporting both the ... When you work the weekend, you will have a scheduled day off during the week. This full-time job ...

Arizona Humane Society

Animal Care

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Animal Care and Experience Specialist The Arizona Humane Society is looking for dedicated and motivated full time Animal Care & Experience Specialists to join our shelter team to provide industry ...

Christensen Farms

Animal Care Technician

Butterfield, MN · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We're looking for a dedicated Animal Care Technician to join our team, supporting both the ... When you work the weekend, you will have a scheduled day off during the week. This full-time job ...

Arizona Humane Society

Animal Care

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Animal Care and Experience Specialist The Arizona Humane Society is looking for dedicated and motivated full time Animal Care & Experience Specialists to join our shelter team to provide industry ...

Arizona Humane Society

Animal Care

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Animal Care and Experience Specialist The Arizona Humane Society is looking for dedicated and motivated full time Animal Care & Experience Specialists to join our shelter team to provide industry ...

Asheville Humane Society

Animal Care (Full-time)

Asheville, NC · On-site

$16.15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Animal Care position is responsible for the direct care of the animals housed at the Buncombe ... Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed. * Ability to properly utilize the shelter software.

Christensen Farms

Animal Care Technician

Paris, IL · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We're looking for a dedicated Animal Care Technician to join our team, supporting both the ... When you work the weekend, you will have a scheduled day off during the week. This full-time job ...

eGenesis

Animal Care Technician

Madison, WI

$45K - $54K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY The Animal Care Technician shall provide animal care and upkeep animal areas in ... This position will be expected to be involved in a weekend rotating shift schedule. PRIMARY ...

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How much do weekend animal care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend animal care in the United States is $18.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Animal Care vs Pet Sitter?

AspectWeekend Animal CarePet Sitter
CertificationsBasic animal care knowledge, sometimes certificationsOften similar, may include pet first aid
Work EnvironmentAnimal shelters, kennels, pet care facilitiesPrivate homes, client locations
Employer & Industry UsageAnimal care facilities, sheltersIndividual pet owners, pet care agencies
Search & Comparison IntentWeekend animal care jobs, animal shelter workPet sitting jobs, in-home pet care

Weekend Animal Care typically involves caring for animals at shelters or facilities during weekends, often requiring basic animal handling skills. Pet Sitters usually provide in-home care for pets, focusing on feeding, walking, and companionship. Both roles require a love for animals and may share similar certifications, but they differ mainly in work environment and employer type.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Animal Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,056 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Animal Care (Full-time)

Asheville Humane Society, Inc.

Asheville, NC • On-site

$16.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Since 1984, Asheville Humane Society has dedicated itself to ensuring every animal has the quality of life they deserve-a life worth living. Now, we go beyond our walls to help create a more humane community for pets and the people who love them.
As the only open-intake animal shelter in Buncombe County, we're always here for the animals in our community.
Position Summary:
The Animal Care position is responsible for the direct care of the animals housed at the Buncombe County Animal Shelter and Asheville Humane Society Adoption Center. Duties include, but are not limited to, cleaning animal areas, feeding, watering, medicating, enriching, and walking. This position also works closely with AHS Volunteers.
Schedule: The Animal Care position is a full-time (40 hours per week) position located on the Animal Care Campus. The schedule for this position may vary dependent on need but shifts will between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm or 9:00 am and 6:00 pm with two consecutive days off.
Compensation & Benefits: The starting pay for Animal Care starts at $16.15/hour, with a $0.50 increase after six months and an additional $0.50 increase after one year of employment.
AHS is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Simple IRA plan with up to 3% company match, 18 days of PTO in the first year, paid holidays, pet prescription discounts, and more! Benefits are available after 60 days of employment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all animals at the Shelter and Adoption Center.
  • Ensure that every animal has the Five Domains met consistently.
  • Follow all cleaning protocols, medicating protocols, and safe animal handling procedures.
  • Daily cleaning of all animal areas, which includes laundry, dishes, and mopping public areas as needed.
  • Monitor animal care supply inventory and equipment or building repairs and report as necessary.
  • Assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness of the buildings and grounds.
  • Assist with properly storing and inventorying delivered supplies, equipment, and donations.
  • Responsible for responding to departmental requests that may require animal care assistance.
  • Responsible for reporting animal temperament/behavior and medical/health concerns to the appropriate department.
  • Understand euthanasia policy and follow proper communication protocols.
  • Responsible for assisting the Medical and Behavior Departments with handling, restraining, moving, and medicating animals.
  • Attend mandatory staff training and meetings as assigned.
  • Successfully complete the Fear Free Shelter course within 90 days of hire.
  • Collaborate with volunteers to support AHS goals, ensuring clear communication, guidance, and shared responsibility in executing tasks and projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Ability to properly utilize the shelter software.
  • Ability to apply proper, safe animal handling skills and knowledge of individual animal temperament.
  • Ability to work with volunteers and co-workers in a professional manner.

This position requires the ability to stand for long periods and sufficient manual dexterity to use animal handling and cleaning equipment on a regular basis. It requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and lift items weighing at least 50 pounds to a level of 4 feet high and the ability to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs. This position also requires exposure to loud noises.
Salary Description
$16.15 hourly

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