Animal Care Technician Jobs in Oklahoma
Animal Care Technician jobs in Oklahoma are open across Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Sallisaw and other Oklahoma metros, with employers like NVA, Aviagen, and Aviagen hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job no: 493234
Work type: Technical
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $15.87/hour, depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; May include some weekends.
Travel: Not required
Position Introduction:
Responsible for the daily care of research animals, to include but not limited to cage cleaning and sanitation, handling and restraining animals, feeding, treatments, and facility maintenance.
Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED.
No experience required.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 17 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Job no: 493234
Work type: Technical
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $15.87/hour, depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; May include some weekends.
Travel: Not required
Position Introduction:
Responsible for the daily care of research animals, to include but not limited to cage cleaning and sanitation, handling and restraining animals, feeding, treatments, and facility maintenance.
Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED.
No experience required.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 17 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
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Where Oklahoma roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Animal Care Technician Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NVA2
- Aviagen2
- Banfield Pet Hospital1
- Heartland Veterinary Partners1
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services6
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Education1
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in animal care technician jobs across Oklahoma.
- Experience handling and restraining multiple animal species safely
- High school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred for lab roles
- Knowledge of basic veterinary procedures including injections and wound care
- AALAS certification at the ALAT, LAT, or LATG level
- Ability to maintain accurate animal health records and cage cards
- Familiarity with IACUC protocols and animal welfare regulations
Animal Care Technician Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How many animal care technician jobs are there in Oklahoma?
There are 10+ animal care technician openings in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Sallisaw. New positions post regularly as employers across Oklahoma hire.
How much do animal care technicians make in Oklahoma?
Animal care technicians in Oklahoma earn a median of about $34,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $23,170 for the lowest 10% to over $46,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most animal care technician jobs?
Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Sallisaw have the most animal care technician openings in Oklahoma right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire animal care technicians in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring animal care technicians in Oklahoma include NVA, Aviagen, and Aviagen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote animal care technician jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes. About 0% of animal care technician openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oklahoma metros.
How do I apply for animal care technician jobs in Oklahoma?
You can apply to animal care technician jobs in Oklahoma directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oklahoma location, then apply to each one that fits.
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