Poultry Vaccination Technician I
On-sitePikeville, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Safely handle day-old chicks and birds of various ages while assisting with vaccination programs, health monitoring, and routine flock management activities. Collect blood samples and biological specimens for diagnostic testing, apply identification bands, and observe birds daily for signs of illness or abnormal behavior. Clean and sanitize work areas using approved detergents, maintain accurate records of vaccinations and flock activities, and strictly follow biosecurity policies and PPE requirements. Work collaboratively with farm management to meet production schedules in a commercial poultry environment, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail
- Comfortable working with live animals in an agricultural environment
- Demonstrated reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as production needs require
- Commitment to humane animal care and welfare
- Ability to safely handle poultry while minimizing stress to the birds
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized operating procedures
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced agricultural environment
- Basic recordkeeping and documentation skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding breeding stock and company operations
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn new husbandry techniques and participate in ongoing training
- Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with Aviagen
- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, and twist
- Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
- Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements including gripping, grasping, and handling birds
- Safely handle live poultry throughout the workday
- Work with approved cleaning chemicals, detergents, disinfectants, and vaccination supplies while wearing appropriate PPE
- Perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy
- Work schedules may include up to six (6) days per week, including weekends and holidays, based on flock schedules and business needs
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in poultry, livestock, agriculture, animal husbandry, veterinary support, or farming
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