Maintenance Technician

Atlantic Poultry•Berwick, NS

1d•CA$20 - CA$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician will work as part of the Breeder farm team ensuring the company’s animal husbandry and biosecurity practices are followed. Responsibilities may include monitoring and regulating ventilation and temperature; ensuring water quality and supply; monitoring feed levels and handling live or deceased birds, collecting eggs and weighing birds. This role combines farm support with a strong focus on carpentry and structural maintenance, including repairing and maintaining farm buildings, equipment, and infrastructure.

Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent and/or post-secondary in Agricultural field preferred
Willingness to work with live poultry
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience in the agricultural industry and/or food processing preferable
A valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract required
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
Mechanical abilities
High attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
Problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in carpentry or general construction is strongly preferred
Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively
Strong problem-solving and practical building skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Good communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable working in a farm environment

Responsibilities

Assist with barn setup
Conduct regular barn maintenance (cleaning floors, garbage removal, etc.)
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
Perform carpentry work, including repairs to barns, structures, flooring, and general building maintenance
Repair and replace items such as floorboards, walls, and fixtures as needed
Help set priorities and communicate with Breeder Farm Manager preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work
Repair, install, and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes
Initiate safety concerns and make judgment on the best methods of completing.
Ensuring water quality and supply are adequate and flush waterlines as needed
Maintaining the scratch area of pens
Support pest control and fly management
Inspect barns post-wash and test equipment
General cleaning and setting up of equipment and rooms
Assist with bird moves & vaccinations as needed
Respond to alarm calls as required
Provide an environment free of animal cruelty, abuse and/or neglect for our poultry
Protect the organization’s value by keeping all protected and proprietary information confidential
Practice bio-security protocol
Follow all safety processes and procedures
All other duties as assigned