Hatchery Technician — Early Shift with Growth & Benefits

Jobtome; Waynesboro (Franklin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 60 days

Paid time off

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery in Broadway, VA is seeking a hands-on Hatchery Labor to support the healthy start of our poultry flock. You will handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks while maintaining strict safety, sanitation, and biosecurity standards.

This fast-paced role requires reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork. We offer benefits after 60 days, a base hourly rate of 18.05 to 21.60, and a schedule with 32+ hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly; good written and oral communication; team player.
• Must work in high-temperature environments and lift up to 100 lbs repeatedly.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation).
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas.
• Follow biosecurity and animal welfare protocols.
• Record data on egg counts, hatch rates, chick quality.
• Assist with chick vaccination and transport preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s Hatchery in Broadway, VA is seeking a hands-on Hatchery Labor to support the healthy start of our poultry flock. You will handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks while maintaining strict safety, sanitation, and biosecurity standards.

This fast-paced role requires reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork. We offer benefits after 60 days, a base hourly rate of 18.05 to 21.60, and a schedule with 32+ hours per week.