Utility Crew Associate

Aviagen•Pleasant Hope, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Basic computer and communication skills
Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
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

Nice To Haves

Pest management experience preferred
Chemical applicator license preferred or ability to obtain
Knowledge of chemical safety, SDS sheets, and environmental regulations preferred

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.
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.