PULLET HANDLER (BARN LABORER)

Hickman's Family Farms; Arizona; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401K

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Birthday Paid Day Off

Job summary

Hickman’s Family Farms in Arlington, AZ is hiring a Pullets Handler to support daily flock care and egg production. This entry-level role focuses on biosecurity, animal welfare, and precise record-keeping to ensure vaccine and feed schedules are followed.

The position offers on-site work with PPE provided and opportunities to learn in a hands-on environment. No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Shower in and out for biosecurity.
• Record vaccines and health observations.
• Assist with chick arrivals and barn duties.
• Maintain cleanliness of barns and equipment.
• Move birds and monitor feed systems.

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: PULLETS - ARLINGTON, AZ 85322, Salary Range: $16.86, Company Overview

Farm Labor, Farm Work

What began as a few hens laying fresh eggs for the family has grown into a local egg icon. Hickman’s Family Farms is proud to be the freshest egg provider in the Southwest since 1944, but it’s the people behind the eggs that really make Hickman’s special. We want you and your egg-cellent set of skills to join our community of employees, neighbors and friends in one of the various positions available. Here every day is a fresh start.

Crack Open the Possibilities - Pullets Handler!

As Pullet (Bird) Handlers Bird Handlers will have to perform all duties of this position with the upmost Respect and Regards for the flock. The proper mix, usage, waste and location of all these vaccinations must always be properly recorded. You will need to work closely with the Pullet Handler Record Keeping Associate & Vaccination Associate to ensure proper documentation & cycle of vaccinations.

This Job Description includes activities assigned specifically to the Bird Handlers position at Hickman’s Family Farms. All GMP’s and SOP’s should be followed in conjunction with all UEP and Salmonella Enteritidis requirements and guidelines. Maintenance will be responsible for ensuring that the following tasks are performed in a timely manner.

Qualifications: Responsibilities and Duties

• All staff must shower in and shower out for biosecurity
• Mandatory 72-hour quarantine in effect (if exposed to birds or visiting a "hot spot")
• Chick Arrivals
• Split Chicks
• Beak Trim
• Administer Pox Vaccine
• Administer Killed Vaccine
• Killed Coryza Vaccine (Brown Pullets)
• Special Project Work
• Bird Movement
• Barn Cleans
• Layer Depopulation

Education and Experience:

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training will be provided.
• Previous experience in agricultural, farm, or animal care settings is helpful but not mandatory.
• Basic familiarity with routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, inspecting, and minor repairs, is beneficial.

Physical Requirements:

• Shower daily in and out of the facility to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness due to the nature of the work environment.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift, bend, and move about the barn for long periods.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Capable of standing, bending, and walking for long durations.

Work Environment

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, hard hat, goggles, face shield, rubber boots, body harness, and/or ear plugs must always be worn when required.
• Sanitation of all equipment after use is required, logged, and verified
• Maintain cleanliness of barns and work areas; keep all lanes clear for safe access
• Ensure proper feed levels and feed system operation
• Ensure housing systems are in proper working condition
• Clean egg pans under lubing and Niagara daily
• Scrape and sweep all aisles daily

Benefits and Perks

• Matching 401K
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Birthday Paid Day Off

Hickman's Family Farms and its brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hickman's Family Farms will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. You are applying for a position with Hickman’s Family Farms that is designated as a Safety Sensitive Position pursuant to A.R.S. §23-493 et seq. You are ineligible for placement in a Safety Sensitive Position if you are engaged in the current use of any drug, whether legal, prescribed by a physician or otherwise, if it could cause an impairment or otherwise decrease or lessen your job performance or ability to perform your job duties.