Poultry Maintenance

Job Title

Job Title

To maintain houses and equipment in good operating condition. Use a preventative maintenance program and keep production processes operating efficiently.

• Responsible for following a preventative maintenance program.
• Maintain all rod conveyors, cross collections, baffle systems, etc.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment and houses as instructed by supervisor.
• Need to work closely with supervisor and co-workers in all departments.
• Collection and disposal of dead birds, do trash pick-up and fly control.
• Other duties include mill maintenance, outside maintenance, mowing, landscaping, manure (see below), etc.
• Responsible for maintaining all belts, splices, drive chains, fan gear boxes, etc.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to add and subtract and to multiply and divide. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

• Valid Drivers License
• Class A CDL License preferred

• Free of any breathing problems or asthmatic conditions, dusty and aromatic conditions prevail.
• Must be able to work at various heights, ex. top of feed mill.
• Must have welding and cutting torch knowledge.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instruction.
• Have good mechanical knowledge.
• Be able to work outside normal work hours when needed.
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Have or be able to obtain a Nebraska Class A CDL License.
• Must meet all DOT driving requirements.
• Ability to occasionally lift 75 pounds