Night Hatchery Technician: Incubation & Chick Care

waynefarms; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day one

On the job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Texas is seeking a Hatchery Attendant to support daily hatchery operations, including egg handling, incubation, chick care, and facility maintenance. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to biosecurity protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include hourly checks of hatchers/setters, responding to alarms, securing facilities, and assisting with fumigation and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be able to complete required logs and forms.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written, with all levels of the organization.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, irregular and extended shift hours.
• Must follow detailed processes and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Makes hourly checks of all hatchers and setters, recording problems and performing minor repairs.
• Call Maintenance/Management for major repairs.
• Check humidifier leaks, ensure curtains closed and proper turning.
• Respond to hatchery alarms and coordinate repairs with management.
• Secure hatchery by locking doors after daytime shift.
• Learn to operate auxiliary power unit and switch panels during power loss.
• Notify Hatchery Manager/Egg Supervisor of power failures.
• Refill and replace wick reservoirs as instructed.
• Assist with continuous fumigation of hatchers.
• Handle eggs with care during traying and movement.
• Clean areas as assigned by Sanitation Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Log documentation

Clear communication

Shift flexibility

Ability to follow processes

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wayne Farms in Texas is seeking a Hatchery Attendant to support daily hatchery operations, including egg handling, incubation, chick care, and facility maintenance. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to biosecurity protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include hourly checks of hatchers/setters, responding to alarms, securing facilities, and assisting with fumigation and maintenance tasks.