Hands-On Poultry Technician — Farm Operations

Burnbrae Farms Limited; Lyn; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnbrae Farms Limited is seeking a focused Poultry Technician to join our farm team in Lyn, Ontario. You will care for hens, monitor flock health, and maintain clean, safe barns while following established feeding, lighting, and biosecurity protocols.

This is a full-time, onsite position reporting to the Farm Manager. The role offers active, hands-on work in a dynamic environment with opportunities to grow and learn, including on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Demonstrates observation, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Physically able to lift 10–25 lbs and perform tasks safely.
• Willing to rotate weekend and holiday schedules.
• Experience with agriculture or farm animals is an asset.
• On-the-job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide hens with excellent care following feeding and lighting programs, ensuring clean water and fresh air.
• Gather and input flock performance data.
• Work with management to identify and prevent potential flock issues.
• Maintain barns and equipment.
• Safely operate farm equipment and troubleshoot maintenance.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Positive attitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Scheduling flexibility

Job description

Burnbrae Farms Limited is seeking a focused Poultry Technician to join our farm team in Lyn, Ontario. You will care for hens, monitor flock health, and maintain clean, safe barns while following established feeding, lighting, and biosecurity protocols.

This is a full-time, onsite position reporting to the Farm Manager. The role offers active, hands-on work in a dynamic environment with opportunities to grow and learn, including on-the-job training.