Cage Repair

Mountaire Farms; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountaire is seeking a Cage Repair Technician in Millsboro, Delaware to repair and maintain Live Haul chicken cages and assist with routine Live Holding shed maintenance. You will perform welding and various repairs to keep cages safe and functional, while helping with general upkeep of the shed and work areas.

The role requires forklift experience and the ability to work a 3:00 PM–11:00 PM schedule, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related maintenance, repair, mechanical, or similar work experience preferred.
• Basic welding knowledge and experience.
• Forklift experience; forklift license/certification required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple repair or maintenance needs as they arise.
• Dependable and able to work the scheduled 3:00 PM–11:00 PM shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain Live Haul chicken cages to ensure they are safe and operational.
• Perform basic welding and other repairs needed to keep cages in good working condition.
• Assist with routine maintenance and general upkeep of the Live Holding shed and surrounding work areas.
• Respond to additional maintenance or operational needs as assigned.
• Safely operate a forklift and other tools or equipment required for the position.
• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or other safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete repairs in a timely manner while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hand and power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Welding basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license/certification

Job description

Primary Purpose:

The Cage Repair Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining Live Haul chicken cages and assisting with routine maintenance at the Live Holding shed. This position helps ensure cages and equipment remain safe, functional, and ready for daily operations.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday.
• 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
• Occasional Saturdays may be required based on operational needs.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inspect, repair, and maintain Live Haul chicken cages to ensure they are safe and operational.
• Perform basic welding and other repairs needed to keep cages in good working condition.
• Assist with routine maintenance and general upkeep of the Live Holding shed and surrounding work areas.
• Respond to additional maintenance or operational needs as assigned.
• Safely operate a forklift and other tools or equipment required for the position.
• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or other safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete repairs in a timely manner while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2–5 years of related maintenance, repair, mechanical, or similar work experience preferred.
• Basic welding knowledge and experience.
• Forklift experience; forklift license/certification required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple repair or maintenance needs as they arise.
• Dependable and able to work the scheduled 3:00 PM–11:00 PM shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in an industrial/agricultural environment.