Hatchery Technician: Incubation, Chick Care & Biosecurity

Jobtome; Alpine (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule: 5 AM–2 PM, Mon Tue Thu Fri

Vision/Medical/Dental after 60 days

Paid Time Off, holidays

401(k) matching

Perfect attendance incentive

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA is seeking hands‑on staff to handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist chick hatching, and perform quality checks to meet high biosecurity standards. You will operate specialized equipment, maintain sanitary work areas, and follow safety protocols in a fast‑paced setting.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail‑oriented and ready to learn, with a preference for high school graduates and poultry/food industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience: Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills: ability to multitask, good written and verbal communication, team player, basic instruction comprehension.

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

Poultry/food industry experience

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team player

Understand simple instructions

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA is seeking hands‑on staff to handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist chick hatching, and perform quality checks to meet high biosecurity standards. You will operate specialized equipment, maintain sanitary work areas, and follow safety protocols in a fast‑paced setting.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail‑oriented and ready to learn, with a preference for high school graduates and poultry/food industry exposure.