ANIMAL CARETAKER
Pacific Air Forces is hiring for the position of ANIMAL CARETAKER in Yokota Air Base, Japan. It is listed as a full-time position.
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Pacific Air Forces is hiring for the position of ANIMAL CARETAKER in Yokota Air Base, Japan. It is listed as a full-time position.
Reading the advert, the employer asks for English language skills.
The listing gives the pay as $19.48 - $22.72 per hour.
The advert does not mention visa sponsorship. If you would move to Japan for this job, check the official work permit route first (DGJ Insight lists it where we have it).
Dev Global Jobs found this job on USAJobs on Nov 6, 2026; applications close on Nov 23, 2026.
- Employer
- Pacific Air Forces
- Location
- Yokota Air Base, Japan
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $19.48 - $22.72 per hour
- Languages asked
- English
- Found
- Nov 6, 2026 on USAJobs
- Closes
- Nov 23, 2026
- Employer text
- 416 words, about 2 min to read
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- Say your level in English plainly (for example B2 or C1).
- Plan to apply before Nov 23, 2026.
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Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025
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- Highly Skilled Professional: Points-based status
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Official routes: Immigration Services Agency
About the role
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Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/23/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents who are residing within the commuting area of Yokota AB, Japan (50 miles).
Legal US residents must possess a social security number. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: Must be willing and able to care for cats and dogs to include feeding, watering, and cleaning/disinfecting of kennels. Requires general knowledge of clerical duties such as filing and counting daily receipts. Must be able to lift animals weighting up to 40 pounds without assistance and 75 pounds with assistance. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl to retrieve animals. Must satisfactorily complete a preemployment physical.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to satisfactorily complete Installation and National Agency Records Check. Must be able to work an uncommon/irregular tour of duty (to include nights, weekends, and holidays). Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required.
Provides routine and personal care according to established methods and/or special instructions for dogs and cats. Observes animals for obvious changes in appearance, illness and disease, and reports to supervisor or higher grade staff. Follows feeding and watering instructions and prepares and feeds accordingly. Cleans and disinfects pens, kennels, run area. Performs administrative duties such as creating reservations, answering phone calls, and filing documents.
Collects fees for services and creates daily sale reports as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13111822
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