Utility Crew Associate
aviagen north america
π pleasant hope missouri united statesπ 8d agoπ workday
Job Description
**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.
**Job Description:**
**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 driverβs 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.