Pullet Farm Barn Care Specialist

Opal Foods Cooperative Inc; Iowa Falls (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Opal Foods is seeking an Animal Caretaker for our Iowa Falls pullet farm. The role involves caring for live birds, maintaining barns, and helping the Pullet Farm Manager with daily tasks to ensure optimal bird health and compliance with policies.

The job requires bio-security discipline, the ability to walk long periods, and willingness to work weekends/holidays in a warm environment; a comprehensive benefits package is provided. Pay starts at $19.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must follow strict bio-security procedures including shower in and shower out.
• Must be able to walk for very long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and lift up to 5 lb. hens.
• Must be comfortable in bird houses, surrounded by live birds on all sides.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to work in warm environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain barn sanitation by sweeping floors and using a backpack unit to blow dust from assigned areas.
• Perform minor maintenance as needed. Maintenance technicians will perform more complex tasks.
• Walk the barns numerous times during the work day to check on bird health and remove dead birds.
• Ensure feed and water distribution systems working properly and that hens have adequate food, water and air ventilation
• Will adjust vents and curtains as required
• Assist other House Hands as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Lead person or Manager

Job description

Opal Foods is seeking an Animal Caretaker for our Iowa Falls pullet farm. The role involves caring for live birds, maintaining barns, and helping the Pullet Farm Manager with daily tasks to ensure optimal bird health and compliance with policies.

The job requires bio-security discipline, the ability to walk long periods, and willingness to work weekends/holidays in a warm environment; a comprehensive benefits package is provided. Pay starts at $19.00 per hour.