Poultry Health & Vaccination Technician

Aviagen Inc; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Aviagen Inc. is seeking a Poultry Vaccination Technician to support health, welfare, and performance of birds in breeding operations. You will assist with handling, vaccination programs, sample collection, and general husbandry while upholding strict biosecurity and welfare standards.

The role requires dependability, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced agricultural environment. Weekend/holiday overtime may be required; strong safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Commitment to humane animal care and welfare.
• Ability to safely handle poultry while minimizing stress to the birds.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized operating procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
• Basic recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding breeding stock and company operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn new husbandry techniques and participate in ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Safely and humanely handle day-old chicks and birds of various ages.
• Assist with vaccination programs by preparing birds and administering vaccines as trained.
• Collect, move, and restrain birds for weighing, vaccination, health evaluations, and routine flock management.
• Collect blood and other biological samples for health monitoring and diagnostic testing.
• Observe birds daily for illness, injury, stress, or abnormal behavior and report concerns.
• Follow Animal Welfare Standards, Biosecurity Policies, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain accurate records related to vaccinations, sample collection, bird identification, and flock activities.

Skills

Poultry handling

Vaccination programs

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Aviagen Inc. is seeking a Poultry Vaccination Technician to support health, welfare, and performance of birds in breeding operations. You will assist with handling, vaccination programs, sample collection, and general husbandry while upholding strict biosecurity and welfare standards.

The role requires dependability, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced agricultural environment. Weekend/holiday overtime may be required; strong safety practices are essential.