Animal Care Technician – Ball Python Care Tech

Location: Xenia, Ohio 45385

Hours: Typically 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Reports to: Department Supervisor

Schedule: Weekend and holiday work may be required. Occasional overtime may be available.

About the Job

We are looking for a dependable Ball Python Care Tech to help care for our ball pythons.

Your main job is simple: keep the animals healthy, clean, fed, and properly cared for.

This is a hands-on job that involves working with snakes, feeder rodents, animal waste, water, and cleaning supplies.

What You'll Do

• Feed and water ball pythons.


• Clean and disinfect enclosures.


• Handle juvenile and adult snakes.


• Check animals for signs of illness or injury.


• Give medications as directed.


• Monitor temperature and humidity.


• Help with breeding and egg incubation.


• Handle feeder rodents and insects.


• Keep your work area clean and organized.


• Report animal health concerns to your supervisor.


• Follow daily care and cleaning schedules.

What We're Looking For

You don't need to be a reptile expert to be a good fit.

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with animals.


• Is comfortable handling snakes.


• Is comfortable working with feeder mice and insects.


• Shows up on time and is dependable.


• Can follow instructions.


• Pays attention to details.


• Works efficiently.


• Can handle repetitive daily tasks.


• Works well with others.


• Is willing to learn.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, physical job. You must be able to:

• Work in 85°F–90°F temperatures with high humidity.


• Stand and move around for most of an 8-hour shift.


• Frequently lift or move up to 25 lbs.


• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.


• Bend, reach, twist, kneel, crouch, push, and pull.


• Perform repetitive movements throughout the day.


• Work around reptiles, feeder rodents, insects, animal waste, and cleaning products.

Preferred, But Not Required

• Previous animal care or husbandry experience.


• Experience working with reptiles or snakes.


• Veterinary, kennel, or agricultural experience.


• Valid driver's license.

About Reptiles by Mack

Reptiles by Mack is a reptile breeding and wholesale facility in Xenia, Ohio.

We specialize in captive-bred pet reptiles, including ball pythons, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, corn snakes, and more.

Our goal is to provide healthy, high-quality animals through excellent care and responsible breeding.