Poultry Care Attendant I

About the role

The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for overseeing the care of young chicks and laying hens on our farms, assisting with moving, feeding, and housekeeping of the birds in our barns.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the care of the pullets (young chicks) and/or laying hens on our farms
• Assisting with moving, feeding, and housekeeping of the birds in our barns

Requirements

• General knowledge of animal care standards
• Farm labor experience preferred, but not required
• Self-starter who is equally productive working independently or on a team
• Enjoy working and being around animals
• Bilingual, English/Spanish, is a plus, but is not required

Qualifications

• MUST NOT CURRENTLY OWN, HUNT BIRDS, OR VISIT ANYONE THAT OWNS BIRDS (pet bird, backyard flock, etc.)

Skills

• Knowledge of animal care standards
• Ability to work independently or on a team
• Enjoyment of working with animals

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurances
• 401K eligibility after 1 year
• Paid Time Off
• Free farm fresh eggs!

Pay

$18 - $20 per hour

Schedule

Part-time and full-time positions available

Company Info

Kreher Family Farms is your local egg producer. We are a 3rd and 4th generation, family-owned and operated business. With a deep-rooted history in family values since 1924, our farm continues to grow. Our farm operations have expanded to include compost and fertilizer and crop productions for our hens and customers. We are not your Grandfather's farm and we will never stop growing! Our people are part of our farm family. It is their dedication and respect for one another that allows us to continue to confidently grow as a business. We believe strongly in creating an environment in which people can continue to learn and grow professionally.