Animal Care Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Animal Care Technician jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in research universities, veterinary practices, and pharmaceutical and biotech facilities across the state at every level from entry-level kennel assistant to senior lab animal technician. The heaviest hiring activity is in the Research Triangle area, Charlotte, and Greensboro, where anchor employers like the University of North Carolina Health Care system, Duke University, and Charles River Laboratories maintain ongoing needs. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina are laboratory animal care, small animal clinical support, and wildlife rehabilitation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Lake Norman 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 rate is $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:
- Playgroup Supervision: Overseeing a playgroup of dogs and managing their behavior and playtime.
- 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.
- Cleaning: Managing the cleanliness of our kennels and play areas 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!
- Daily Care: Feeding pets according to parents’ instructions; making sure all dogs have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable space to stay overnight. May also include administering medication according to veterinary instructions.
- 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 Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Lake Norman 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!
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Lake Norman 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 rate is $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:
- Playgroup Supervision: Overseeing a playgroup of dogs and managing their behavior and playtime.
- 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.
- Cleaning: Managing the cleanliness of our kennels and play areas 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!
- Daily Care: Feeding pets according to parents’ instructions; making sure all dogs have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable space to stay overnight. May also include administering medication according to veterinary instructions.
- 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 Lucky Dog Bark & Brew Lake Norman 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!
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in animal care technician jobs across North Carolina.
- AALAS certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level or higher preferred by North Carolina research employers
- Experience handling and restraining multiple species including rodents, rabbits, and non-human primates
- Familiarity with USDA Animal Welfare Act regulations and IACUC compliance procedures
- Ability to maintain accurate cage cards, treatment logs, and health observation records
- Physical ability to lift and move equipment and animals up to 50 pounds routinely
- Valid driver's license required for positions involving mobile veterinary or shelter transport duties
Animal Care Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a animal care technician in North Carolina?
North Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as an animal care technician, but most employers expect or require American Association for Laboratory Animal Science certification, known as AALAS. Candidates typically complete a high school diploma or an associate degree in veterinary technology or animal science, then pursue AALAS credentialing on the job. Research institutions, university animal facilities, and veterinary clinics in North Carolina consistently hire candidates who hold or are actively pursuing AALAS certification.
Which companies hire animal care technicians in North Carolina?
Companies currently hiring animal care technicians in North Carolina include Village Pet Care, Pet Supplies Plus, and Encore Vet, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's concentration of research universities, contract research organizations, and biotechnology firms in the Research Triangle makes it one of the more active states for laboratory animal care positions in particular.
Which North Carolina cities have the most animal care technician jobs?
Charlotte, Cornelius, and Greenville have the most animal care technician openings in North Carolina. The Research Triangle anchors the market because of the dense cluster of research universities, academic medical centers, and contract research organizations in that corridor, while Charlotte's large veterinary hospital network and Greensboro's pharmaceutical and agriculture-adjacent employers drive openings in those metros.
Are there remote animal care technician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Animal care technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct interaction with animals and facilities, so most positions are fully on-site. About 33% of animal care technician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be administrative, training coordination, or compliance-focused roles rather than direct care positions.
How can I get hired as a animal care technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a kennel attendant, animal shelter assistant, or research animal husbandry aide role, which North Carolina's humane societies, county shelters, and university vivarium facilities regularly post as entry-level openings. Duke University, UNC-Chapel Hill, and NC State University all run animal care training programs within their research facilities that bring in candidates without prior experience. Earning your AALAS Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification while working in any animal-handling role, even a volunteer position, gives candidates a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to animal care technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to animal care technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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