Production Care Technician - Husbandry
Schedule: Sunday – Thursday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM or Tuesday - Saturday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Pay: $19–$21/hour based on experience
Work Environment: Hot, humid, hands-on
Join The Bug Company — Where Your Work Makes a Difference
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Monitoring insect health & habitat conditions
- Preparing food and feeding live insect colonies
- Cleaning and maintaining rearing environments
- Ensuring secure and stable housing for insects
- Following safety and care protocols
- Using tools like box cutters, tape guns, etc.
What We’re Looking For:
- Comfortable working with live insects daily
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs, kneel, squat, and bend
- Reliable and able to work in a hot, humid, dusty environment
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Able to work independently and with a team
- Basic math and tool-handling skills
- Fluent in English with clear communication
- Willingness to adapt and take on tasks as needed
What You’ll Get:
- $19–$21/hour based on experience
- 7 Paid Holidays, when worked
- Medical Insurance, 3 different plan options available
- 401(k) with Company Match
- A unique, supportive work environment
- A job you won’t find anywhere else!
Location & Schedule:
On-site in Virginia Beach, VA 23457
Sunday – Thursday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM or Tuesday - Saturday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
(Hours may fluctuate based on shipping schedules)
- We are an equal opportunity employer.
- All employees of The Bug Company are considered to be employed at will.
- All offers are contingent upon clearing a background check and reference checks.
- This job description is not all-inclusive and may be amended at any time.
- Providing individuals with a job description does not imply, nor should it be interpreted as establishing an employment contract or agreement of any kind.
