Join our motivated team 

&

help us meet the needs of pets across the USA!

As an award-winning leader in the animal nutrition sector, 

we are dedicated to producing and delivering the healthiest 

of live feeder insects for reptiles, amphibians, and birds.




Production Care Technician - Husbandry

Virginia Beach, VA 23457 • General Business • General Labor • Production • Full-Time

Salary Range:  $19 - $21 hour

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.
 
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