Cobb - Poultry Farm Worker Labor PR02 - Cleanout Crew

Tyson•Pocomoke City, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Poultry Farm Worker on the Cleanout Crew is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting poultry houses, removing used litter, placing new shavings, assisting with bird movement, and maintaining farm equipment. The role may also involve mowing or bush hogging around poultry houses and carrying out other farm maintenance duties. Work takes place in a biosecure environment and requires compliance with company biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety guidelines. This position generally averages 40 hours per week and is scheduled Monday through Friday, including holidays, from 6:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The schedule may change based on production needs. Starting pay is $18.45 per hour, with additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. The role is based at Pocomoke Farms in Pocomoke, Maryland.

Requirements

Pass a physical examination and drug screen.
Communicate in oral, written, and comprehensive form.
Complete production and receiving reports accurately and legibly by hand.
Use safe lifting techniques.
Be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds; tools such as a pallet jack may be required to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 2,000 pounds.
Be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and abide by company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
Meet the stated work-history requirements: at least 12 consecutive months with one employer and no employment gaps greater than 6 months in the past 36 months, subject to the stated exceptions for layoffs, caregiving, and full-time students.
Reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Remove used litter from poultry houses; clean and disinfect houses and equipment, including vehicles and tractors, using a commercial pressure washer; and place new shavings after cleaning.
Move birds as needed to feed conversion houses, growing houses, laying houses, or the live-haul loading area.
Repair and maintain tractors, pressure washers, litter trucks, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
Repair cages, pens, equipment, buildings, or fenced yards, including feeders, waterers, lights, and fans.
Perform farm cleanup, including garbage and litter retrieval.
Euthanize weak or ill birds according to company policy.
Perform simple arithmetic and accurately record information as instructed.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures and identify, address, and mitigate safety risks.