Broiler Tech Advisor I- Center Growout, TX- 1st shift

Poultry Science Association; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a field poultry technician to support producers with bird care and comfort. You will visit farms, document flock health, adjust equipment as needed, and coordinate chick placements across locations.

The role requires 1+ years in poultry or agriculture, a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, and strong communication skills. Travel is expected (1–5 trips per year) with no domestic fowl ownership required. Relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1+ years’ experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills: clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to producers on care and comfort of poultry.
• Visit farms to document bird comfort, monitor health, and advise remedies.
• Monitor feed consumption and assist with ordering when needed.
• Collect blood and fat samples as required.
• Coordinate chick placements to farms and manage catch schedules.
• Ensure cross-department communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul.
• Adhere to USDA and other regulations for poultry handling.
• Support with weekly chick placements with Broiler and Breeder teams.

Skills

Communication

Travel

Documentation

Computer basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture

Job description

Job Details

Summary

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds regarding the proper care and comfort. Duties would include, but are not limited to:

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedy when possible.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering if necessary
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required
• Coordinating chick placements to farms
• Assisting with catch schedules
• Ensuring communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding their contract farms.
• Ensuring compliance with the production contract to optimize flock quality and minimize costs.
• Ensuring adherence to all USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling.
• Working with the Broiler and Breeder Departments in coordinating weekly chick placements
• Performing other responsibilities as the need arises.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience relevant to the position preferred.

Experience: 1+ years’ experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.

Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey information clearly and effectively through both verbal and written means. Proficiency in active listening, ensuring mutual understanding, and adapting communication style to various audiences.

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills such as checking electronic mail, entering data into document templates, or creating simple queries.

Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.

Additional Requirement: Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program