Utility Crew Associate

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking a dependable individual to support daily farm operations in the Pleasant Hope area. Responsibilities include pest management, sample collection, maintaining biosecurity standards, and supporting animal welfare and farm safety programs.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor farms daily for pest activity and perform corrective actions as needed

• Collect blood, environmental, and clean-out samples as scheduled

• Complete accurate reports and maintain records

• Follow all biosecurity, animal welfare, ISO, and safety procedures

• Properly handle chemicals, farm samples, and equipment while maintaining safety and sample integrity

• Clean and disinfect vehicles and equipment daily

• Work independently and remain aware of contamination risks and environmental conditions

• Perform physical tasks including bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, and walking in farm environments

• Prepare farms after birds move out and set up farms prior to receiving new birds. Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Breaking down and washing feed pans, removing cool cell pads and brown-outs, and blowing out houses.

  • Spreading bedding, setting up drinker lines, and reinstalling cool cell pads and brown-outs.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Pest management experience preferred

• Chemical applicator license preferred or ability to obtain

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

• Basic computer and communication skills

• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail

• Knowledge of chemical safety, SDS sheets, and environmental regulations preferred

• Must be trustworthy, dependable, and organized

• Must be authorized to work in the United States and pass a background check and drug screen

• Cannot own or house avian species and must follow required biosecurity quarantine procedures

Benefits:

• Affordable health insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Bonus plan

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.