Also called: Live Animal Shipper, Animal Transport Coordinator
Plans and rides along on moves of zoo animals, from penguins to giraffes, between zoos for breeding programs, by truck or cargo plane.
Measures a young giraffe to build a crate tall enough, then plans a route that avoids low bridges. On moving day you ride in the truck, checking cameras, temperature and water, and coordinate permits for crossing state lines. Next month it might be a pair of tigers flying overseas.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 1 year after high school. No degree required; zookeeping, livestock or shipping experience and animal transport regulations knowledge.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Zoology, Animal Science.
Growing about average. Steady with zoo breeding programs.
Low risk for 10 years. Route and permit software help, but crating and caring for animals on the move stays hands-on.
Classes: Biology, Geography, Shop or construction.
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