Poultry Farm Maintenance Technician

CWT Farms; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety equipment and PPE

401(k) matching

PTO 14 days

Company-paid holidays

Training & career development

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking a Maintenance I to keep poultry houses, hatchery buildings, and infrastructure running safely and efficiently. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems, and maintain records and inventory.

The role requires the ability to work independently, follow safety and biosecurity policies, and adapt to farm operations schedules. On-site position across company farms in Texas with on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in agriculture, farming, poultry or related field preferred.
• Ability to safely operate power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on poultry houses and facilities.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair equipment and systems.
• Install and repair electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and mechanical systems.
• Maintain maintenance records and inventory.
• Assist with on-call emergency maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

HVAC

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Aviagen is seeking a Maintenance I to keep poultry houses, hatchery buildings, and infrastructure running safely and efficiently. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems, and maintain records and inventory.

The role requires the ability to work independently, follow safety and biosecurity policies, and adapt to farm operations schedules. On-site position across company farms in Texas with on-call responsibilities.