Hatchery Technician: Incubation & Chick Care

Pilgrim's; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision/Medical/Dental

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Attendance incentive

Job summary

Pilgrim's Hatchery Broadway in Broadway, VA is hiring for a hands-on role handling eggs, monitoring incubations, assisting with chick hatching, and performing quality checks to uphold animal care and biosecurity standards.

You will operate specialized equipment, keep areas clean, and comply with strict safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. Join a reliability-driven team focused on excellence and welfare.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Must be able to work in high-temperature environments and lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to established procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation) to ensure optimal hatching results.
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer, ensuring proper care and handling.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks to maintain health and biosecurity standards.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas to meet strict safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all biosecurity and animal welfare protocols to protect flock health and product integrity.
• Record and maintain accurate data on egg counts, hatch rates, and chick quality for reporting purposes.
• Assist with chick vaccination and preparation for transport, ensuring proper handling and care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Team player

Instruction comprehension

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim's Hatchery Broadway in Broadway, VA is hiring for a hands-on role handling eggs, monitoring incubations, assisting with chick hatching, and performing quality checks to uphold animal care and biosecurity standards.

You will operate specialized equipment, keep areas clean, and comply with strict safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. Join a reliability-driven team focused on excellence and welfare.