Poultry Flock Technician – Nights & Weekends

Versova; Corwith (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Versova is seeking a Flock Specialist I to support and maintain all aspects of the barns and ensure the health and welfare of the poultry. This role performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks per established routines and must follow State and Federal regulations.

The position reports to the Production Manager and requires flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday work. The candidate will manage feeding and water systems, keep accurate flock records, and perform routine barn maintenance.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of general work experience is acceptable
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., reach, bend, twist, and lift above the head
• 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 high industry standards
• Follow procedures outlined by USDA, FDA, and other 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 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 barn fronts and backs
• Blow off egg collectors and sweep walkways; shovel pits as needed
• Maintain proper lighting and ventilation for poultry
• Catch loose birds and ensure equipment and facilities are well-maintained

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Good communication skills

Ability to work nights/weekends/holid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Versova is seeking a Flock Specialist I to support and maintain all aspects of the barns and ensure the health and welfare of the poultry. This role performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks per established routines and must follow State and Federal regulations.

The position reports to the Production Manager and requires flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday work. The candidate will manage feeding and water systems, keep accurate flock records, and perform routine barn maintenance.