Hatchery Technician: Incubation & Chick Care

Jobtome; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery in Broadway, VA is hiring for a hands-on Hatchery Labor role dedicated to safety and animal welfare. You will handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to uphold biosecurity.

You’ll operate specialized equipment, maintain clean work areas, and follow strict safety protocols. Attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork are essential as you contribute to a fast-paced operation that supports healthy flocks and product integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly, have good written and verbal communication, understand simple instructions and use common sense, and be a team player.
• Physical work in high-temperature environments (100+°F), tolerate odors, and lift/push heavy loads.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.

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

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s Hatchery in Broadway, VA is hiring for a hands-on Hatchery Labor role dedicated to safety and animal welfare. You will handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to uphold biosecurity.

You’ll operate specialized equipment, maintain clean work areas, and follow strict safety protocols. Attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork are essential as you contribute to a fast-paced operation that supports healthy flocks and product integrity.