Poultry Care Technician

versovacareers; Croton (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Versova is seeking a Flock Specialist I in Johnstown, Ohio to support and maintain barns and ensure poultry health. This full-time role performs unskilled to semi-skilled tasks under established routines, following FDA, USDA, SQF, and OSHA guidelines, with supervision through inspections.

The ideal candidate will be able to lift 50 lbs, work nights and weekends if needed, and maintain accurate records of mortality, feeding, and flock data while keeping barns clean and safe.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of general work experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., reach, bend, twist, and lift above the head. Must be agile and able to work in various climate conditions.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on production demand.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the fair and ethical treatment of livestock, maintaining the highest industry standards.
• Follow all procedures as outlined by USDA, FDA, and other Federal, State, and local government agencies.
• Check and maintain feeders, waterers, and other poultry care equipment.
• Clean poultry houses, pens, feeders, water devices, and egg transfers.
• Keep and check records on poultry mortality, feeding, and other flock information.
• Walk up and down rows to fix egg jams and replace burnt-out light bulbs.
• Remove dead birds from cages and assist with blitz traps.
• Clean water and feed areas at the front and back of barns.
• Blow off egg collectors and sweep all walkways; shovel pits as needed.
• Maintain proper lighting and ventilation for poultry.
• Catch loose birds and ensure all equipment and facilities are well-maintained both inside and outside the barn.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General work experience

Communication skills

Physical strength

Flexibility nights weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Versova is seeking a Flock Specialist I in Johnstown, Ohio to support and maintain barns and ensure poultry health. This full-time role performs unskilled to semi-skilled tasks under established routines, following FDA, USDA, SQF, and OSHA guidelines, with supervision through inspections.

The ideal candidate will be able to lift 50 lbs, work nights and weekends if needed, and maintain accurate records of mortality, feeding, and flock data while keeping barns clean and safe.