Farm Laborer (Poultry)

Job Description

*Job Title: Farm Laborer (Poultry)*

*Location: *Pigeon, Michigan

*Job Type:* Full-time

*Job Overview*

We are seeking a dedicated Farm Laborer specializing in Poultry to join our agricultural team. This role involves hands-on work in poultry farming operations, ensuring the health and well-being of the animals, maintaining farm equipment, and supporting overall farm productivity. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, experience with farm machinery, animal husbandry, and a passion for agriculture. This position offers an opportunity to develop skills in animal care, equipment maintenance, and farm management within a dynamic environment.

*Duties*

* Assist with daily poultry care including feeding, watering, and monitoring health status of birds
* Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, irrigation systems, and power tools
* Perform equipment repairs and welding as needed to ensure operational efficiency
* Manage animal handling tasks with care and adherence to safety protocols
* Support with cleaning, sanitation, and biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks
* Use hand tools and heavy equipment safely for various maintenance and construction projects on the farm
* Maintain accurate records related to animal health, feed inventory, and equipment maintenance

*Requirements*

* Mechanical knowledge related to farm machinery, equipment repair, welding, and heavy equipment operation
* Experience with animal husbandry, animal care, and handling poultry or other livestock
* Ability to operate heavy machinery safely
* Knowledge of basic math for record keeping
* Physical ability for heavy lifting and performing manual labor outdoors in various weather conditions
* Strong attention to safety protocols when working with power tools and farm machinery
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team

This role is vital to the success of our farm operations. We value hardworking individuals eager to contribute to agriculture practices while developing their skills in animal care and farm maintenance.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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*Job was aggregated from Indeed.com*

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Job Categories: Farm Mechanic. Job Types: Full Time. Job Tags: Michigan Farm Jobs.

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