Poultry Service Technician

Select Genetics; Oakboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Dental insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Genetics is seeking a Serviceman to support day-to-day farm operations across multiple sites in North Carolina. You will help uphold biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety while collaborating with Farm Managers to run a safe, efficient operation.

You may drive a company vehicle and assist in delivering supplies as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a college degree preferred, and a valid NC driver’s license with a clean MVR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree in a related field preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry and welfare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow directives of Breeder Manager and maintain safe/clean farm environment.
• Supervise washing and disinfecting turkey production facilities.
• Drive company vehicle and occasionally deliver supplies.
• Work with Farm Managers and peers to build a high-performing team.
• Meet biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety regulations.
• Willing to work extended hours and some weekends.

Skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Self-starter

Driver's license

MVR clearance

Good communication

Reading skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Willing to work weekends

Safety awareness

Biosecurity knowledge

Animal welfare understanding

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree in related field preferred

Job description

This position is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of multiple farms in a safe and cost-effective way.

Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers on a national and international scale by providing quality poults, service, and innovation. Select Genetics is the leading supplier of poults to growers and companies across the world. The Serviceman requirements are as follows:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Basic math skills are essential.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Be a self-starter without the need for constant supervision.
• Is required to drive a company vehicle and must pass an MVR.
• Occasional delivery of supplies and equipment to various locations.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Good reading skills.
• Supervision of washing and disinfecting turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner.
• Follow all of the company’s rules and regulations for biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety.
• Work productively with Farm Managers and peers in building an effective team.
• Be willing to help in any area to get the job done.
• Work with a variety of tools and equipment.
• Have the ability to push, bend, stoop, squat, pull, and lift 50lbs or more
• Successfully work with live animals.
• Organize and prioritize responsibilities to ensure efficient operations.
• Perform the duties of the job while constantly moving and using hands, occasionally lifting objects while being exposed to dust, cold, humidity, heat, chemicals and fumes.
• Work an extended work day and weekends, if needed.
• Present a positive and professional image of the company.
• Exhibit courtesy and professionalism in everything you do.

Principle Accountabilities

1. Follow the directives of the Breeder Manager.
2. Effective time management.
3. Ensure the safety of Select Genetics assets under the position’s management.
4. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
5. Willingness to work a varied schedule where some weekends will be required.
6. Run/review activity reports determining the progress and status in attaining objectives, conference with the Breeder Manager and managers to revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.
7. Follow and enforce all company regulations pertaining to biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety. Keep employees on follow-up training schedules.
8. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
9. Lead, train, motivate, and mentor employees and managers on the farm with the objective of building and maintaining a high-performing team to meet or exceed production goals.
10. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A College Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Does not own or operate around backyard poultry, foul, or swine operations off duty.
• Knowledge and/or experience of animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
• A valid North Carolina Driver’s License and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record are required.
• A solid understanding of basic business practices; the ability to lead and manage others; the ability to build creative, productive, and cohesive teams; excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and listening; the ability to be self-sufficient and able to organize and prioritize work; the ability to work under pressure; the ability to read and interpret relevant technical, industry, government regulations, and legislation; the ability to communicate interact, influence, persuade all levels of employees. The incumbent must exhibit sound business judgment, be decisive, flexible, and have determination.
• Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills are a plus.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• PTO (paid time off)
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance program