TONOPAH BARNS

Hickman; Arizona; Presencial; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Matching 401k

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Birthday

Descripción de la vacante

Hickman's Family Farms in Tonopah, AZ is hiring a Barn Manure Laborer to support daily manure removal and equipment operation in our barn facilities.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, working in an unsanitary environment, and following strict hygiene and safety protocols, including showering in/out. You will monitor belts, troubleshoot equipment, and clean debris between barns.

Formación

• Experience in manure management or farm labor preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in demanding environments.
• Comfortable with unsanitary barn conditions and heavy physical tasks.
• Willingness to follow strict safety and hygiene protocols.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and monitor manure belts to remove waste.
• Follow sequence for running belts and rotate directions as needed.
• Inspect and troubleshoot manure handling equipment.
• Clean debris and manage manure between barns.

Conocimientos

Manure management

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Herramientas

Manure belts

Descripción del empleo

TONOPAH BARNS# TONOPAH BARNSTONOPAH BARNS - TONOPAH, AZ 85354## OverviewSalary Range$17.00LevelEntryPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAM SHIFT## Description**Company Overview**Here at Hickman’s Family Farms every day is a fresh start. Hickman’s Family Farms is proud to be the freshest egg provider in the Southwest since 1944, but it’s the eggs-traordinary people behind the farm fresh 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.**Job Summary:**The Barn Manure Laborer is responsible for the proper removal, management, and handling of manure within the barn facilities. This role ensures that manure removal equipment remains in good working order, contributes to the control of fly populations, and helps maintain high standards for the quality of the product delivered to customers.**Duties/Responsibilities:*** Safety equipment, including gloves and protective footwear, must be worn at all times.* Shower daily in and out of the facility to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness due to the nature of the work environment.**Manure Removal Process**:* Ensure curtains are closed when manure is being run and opened when it is not.* Operate manure belts a minimum of 3 times per week (every other day), ensuring proper rotation and functionality.* Move the diverter to the opposite wind row (plow belt) each time manure is run.* Run all manure belts for a full revolution, with additional run time as necessary based on the condition of the manure.* Follow the established sequence for running manure belts: one floor at a time until the entire lay house is complete.**Equipment Monitoring and Troubleshooting**:* Stay alert while manure belts are running to monitor for any operational issues.* Ensure proper tracking of manure belts and smooth operation of scrapers, crossover belts (inside and outside), incline belts, and plow belts.* Troubleshoot any issues with manure handling equipment promptly to maintain smooth operation.* Post-Manure Removal Duties:* After completing the running of all belts, reset all belt scrapers to their relaxed positions and clean off any debris.* Sweep the rear of the lay house to remove any remaining manure debris.* Move excess manure deposited outside the dry barns or on concrete slabs to the appropriate manure piles using the correct equipment and methods.**Debris Management:*** Ensure that all debris (e.g., cage parts, gloves, shoe covers, tools, mortality, live birds) is removed before transitioning to the next barn for manure removal.## Qualifications**Required Skills/Abilities:*** The position requires working in a barn facility environment, which involves regular exposure to animals, manure, and other agricultural materials.* Ability to operate and troubleshoot manure removal equipment.* Strong attention to detail and ability to stay alert during equipment operation.* Ability to lift and move heavy materials, including manure.* Ability to work in a physically demanding and sometimes unsanitary environment.* Strong communication skills and ability to follow procedures.**Education and Experience:*** Experience in manure management, agricultural operations, poultry or livestock facilities, or farm labor is preferred.* Knowledge of operating and troubleshooting mechanical equipment, such as manure belts or similar systems, is preferred.* Completion of basic safety training in agricultural or industrial work environments is highly desirable.**Physical Demands:*** Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.* Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and working in physically demanding environments.* Comfortable working in a barn facility with exposure to animals, manure, and other agricultural materials.* Capability to perform tasks in varying temperatures and weather conditions.* A willingness to adhere to strict hygiene and safety protocols, including wearing protective gear and showering in and out of the facility.**Benefits and Perks*** **Matching 401k*** **Health, Dental & Vision Insurance*** **Paid Time Off*** **Paid Sick Leave*** **Paid Birthday*** **Paid Holidays****Now you don’t have to scramble for opportunities. Crack open the possibilities & Apply today!**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.