Broiler Service Tech

The Broiler Technician (Serviceman) is responsible for providing field service and technical support to contract broiler farms. This role ensures that growers follow company standards for animal welfare, bird health, housing conditions, biosecurity, and production efficiency. The technician routinely visits farms, evaluates flock performance, resolves issues, and acts as the main liaison between growers and the live production team.

Qualifications

Education- Bachelor’s degree in animal science/biology/agriculture or related field preferred.

Experience- No prior poultry experience is required; however, a general knowledge of animal husbandry practices is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations- A valid driver’s license is required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain a working, professional relationship with Contract producers

Inspect farms for compliance with contractual grower agreements

Follow the company’s safety policies

Adhere to strict biosecurity guidelines established by the company

Maintain selected rodent programs

Draws blood and collects tissue samples according to local, state, and federal guidelines

Dealing with poultry bloodborne pathogens

Monitor farm conditions and uphold all animal welfare practices

Monitors bird health and communicates this with the Broiler Manager

Work closely with management and service techs planning schedules

Perform water and spray vaccinations

Keep detailed flock records

Must be flexible to sudden program changes resulting from weather, disaster, disease, etc.

Understand and support best management practices

Efficient in computer programs such as Excel, Word, etc.

Legible writing skills

Attend mandatory classroom training

Maintain a company vehicle with scheduling needed maintenance

Work with State and company Veterinarians

Mathematical Skills, problem-solving- must be able to perform basic math calculations, read graphs, and sort data. Must be able to solve practical problems. Must be able to follow instructions, manage time wisely, be self-motivated, and plan schedules.

Communication Skills- must be able to communicate effectively in face-to-face as well as phone call situations. Must have the ability to effectively write routine reports.

Physical Demands- Hands are regularly used to handle birds. Candidate will walk, sit, reach, stretch, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs. The environment being worked in will require a tolerance to dust, foul odors, hot and cold conditions, rainy and dry conditions. Must be able to tolerate inconsistent start and stop times, as well as perform postmortem examinations. Additional duties may be assigned.