Hatchery Maintenance I

Aviagen; Elkmont (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

EAP

Teladoc

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Aviagen is hiring for a Maintenance position at the Elkmont Hatchery in Alabama. The role involves performing basic mechanical repairs, installing and repairing equipment, and maintaining safe, compliant facilities.

Candidates should be comfortable using power and hand tools, reading instructions, and working as part of a team to support a clean, safe environment. The job requires physical activity, climbing, lifting up to 40 lbs, and the ability to work with various systems (HVAC, plumbing,

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC).
• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task‑specific instructions, such as Lock‑out/Tag‑out procedures.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs at our hatchery including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
• Check, install, and repair equipment, such as controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells and septic systems.
• Repair wooden structures, work with chicken wire, replace electrical and plumbing fixtures, cut Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, routine maintenance on buildings, grease equipment, ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Wear PPE and maintain clean work areas after shifts.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are hiring Maintenance people to join our team. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of general maintenance function to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance in the Elkmont Hatchery. And partners with management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.

Job Description

• Perform basic mechanical repairs at our hatchery including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
• Check, install, and repair equipment, which includes controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells and septic systems.
• Other duties include: repairing wooden structures, working with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, routine maintenance on buildings, greasing equipment, checking to ensure equipment is operating properly and repairing if needed, working with PVC waterline and fittings, installing Cat6 wiring.
• Cleaning up work area after a shift.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC).
• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task‑specific instructions, such as Lock‑out/Tag‑out procedures.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• A person in this position is expected to walk or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain.
• Frequently carry or lift objects and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.
• Ability to work from an aerial lift with a fall restraint system at around 20 ft.
• Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.
• Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Must be able to frequently kneel or squat.
• Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on knees.
• Must be able to conduct repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to use both fixed and portable ladders (step or extension ladders).
• Utilize a variety of tools, including but not limited to drills, hammers, saws, metal grinders, blowtorches, and welders. Tools mainly consist of power tools, with some hand tools also used.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc.
• Ability to drive.

Work Conditions

• Exposed at times to airborne particles such as dust and dander.
• Exposed to various noise levels sometimes exceeding the 85‑dBA action level set by OSHA; proper PPE hearing protection will be provided.
• Exposed to chemicals such as detergents and disinfectants.
• May be exposed to hot or cold temperatures.
• Exposed to farm‑related smells and odors.

Benefits

Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well‑being of employees. The package includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&DD, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, subject to plan terms. Employees also receive company‑observed paid holidays and paid time‑off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year prorated based on hire date.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.