A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
Metro Services is seeking to immediately fill Poultry Hand positions for an Agricultural company in Pikeville, TN. This is a Temp-to-Hire job. !
Duties for this position include:
Remove debris and strip litter from poultry houses to maintain a clean and sanitary environment Raise, lower, remove, and dismantle equipment as needed for cleaning and production activities Open and close poultry house doors as required and assist with general facility maintenance Scrape, clean, and sanitize floors, walls, slats, and equipment using approved chemicals while following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Work with day-old chicks and assist with daily poultry care activities Collect birds for weighing, moving, and vaccinations as directed Collect blood samples and apply, remove, or replace identification bands and tags Safely handle cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and detergents while following all safety procedures Follow all Animal Care Standards, Animal Welfare Guidelines, and Biosecurity policies Assist other departments as needed and perform additional duties assigned by supervisors Compensation (USD): $15.00/hour
Schedule:
1st Shift Monday - Friday (Occasional Saturdays) 5:00 a.m. - Until the day's work is complete Typical shifts are approximately 7-10 hours. Successful candidates must meet the following requirements: Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions Ability to perform repetitive work in a fast-paced agricultural environment Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, grip, twist, push, and pull throughout the shift Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds Comfortable working with live poultry and handling birds as part of daily responsibilities Ability to safely work with detergents, disinfectants, and other cleaning chemicals Ability to work in dusty environments with exposure to farm odors, noise, pests, and changing weather conditions Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong work ethic, reliability, and personal responsibility Willingness to work up to six days per week, including weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed Previous animal husbandry or poultry experience is preferred but not required
WHY APPLY FOR A JOB AT METRO SERVICES?
If you're ready to take hold of your career, we can help you start down the right path, and we'll be with you the whole way. At Metro, we guide you through a simple application process, provide Consultation services through Coaching and Resume building, and offer a wide array of benefits. As an employee, you will receive: Skills training and development Weekly pay Direct deposit or pay cards Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance Internal Referral Program
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY?
As soon as you have applied, give us a call at 855.715.5627 to let us know that your application has been submitted. Calling us makes you a priority! Also, check your email. We will send you electronic paperwork to fill out and sign. Of course, doing your paperwork from a computer is best, but it can also be done on a mobile device.
WHAT SETS US APART
At Metro Services, we understand that job seekers need a company that focuses on them individually and emphasizes their opportunities. Metro Services does this by matching qualified candidates to jobs that best align with their interests, abilities, and previous work experience. While we have full-time positions available with our client companies, we also offer temporary work that is often a bridge to full-time employment. The fact that we place over 10,000 employees annually and many of our temporary jobs lead to a full-time position is a testimony, in itself, to our ability to accurately match people to the right job while meeting the needs of our client companies. EEO Program Metro Services does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities, or any other characteristics protected by law. Learn more about us by visiting our website at metroindustrialservices.com. For more information, stop by or call TODAY! #
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Pay:
From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Referral program Vision insurance
