Farm Caretaker

Farm Caretaker

Job Description

• Strict adherence to Hubbard Bio-Security and Animal Welfare standards.
• Remove hens from nesting boxes while gathering eggs
• Move birds as appropriate to collect eggs in nesting and outside of nesting boxes
• Record the number of eggs collected.
• Successfully transfer flats of eggs from the barn without damage or breakage.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in the egg wash room
• Ensure continuous fresh drinking water within the facilities.
• Maintain proper sanitary operating conditions including:
• Disinfecting Drinkers daily
• Monitor and troubleshoot issues with feed lines, drinkers, fans, barns, nest doors
• Properly organize facility entrances, barns, nests, and any other area of the proper to Hubbard appearance standards
• Guide movement of birds within the house
• Identify and treat conditions effecting bird health such as mites

Skills and Abilities

• Understand oral and written instructions, perform tasks with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of safety protocol and demonstrated ability to work within safety standards
• Comfortable with the use of instruments to gather and record data (example: hand held scanners, tablets and desktop computers)
• Reading and writing comprehension in English to follow basic procedures and communicate information.

Physical Requirements

• Work with chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants
• Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours)
• Grip, grasp or twist using hands and wrists
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs
• Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift
• Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments

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