Animal Technician

Job Title: Animal Technician

Work Location: WG FARMS, Santo Tomas, Batangas

Job Summary:

The Animal Technician is responsible for the daily care, monitoring, and maintenance of chickens in a poultry and egg production facility. This includes ensuring optimal animal health, productivity, cleanliness, and compliance with biosecurity and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Animal Care and Management

• Feed, water, and monitor chickens according to established schedules.
• Collect, grade, and record daily egg production.
• Check bird health regularly for signs of disease, injury, or stress.
• Assist in vaccination, weighing, and transfer of chickens.
• Implement proper lighting, ventilation, and temperature control procedures.

2. Sanitation and Biosecurity

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of poultry houses, feeders, and drinkers.
• Follow strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease spread.
• Disinfect tools, equipment, and work areas as required.
• Dispose of mortalities and waste materials following company and environmental guidelines.

3. Record Keeping and Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily logs of feed consumption, egg production, mortality, and medication.
• Report abnormalities in bird behavior, feed intake, or production to the Farm Supervisor immediately.

4. Equipment and Facility Maintenance

• Assist in the repair and maintenance of poultry housing, feeders, drinkers, and other farm equipment.
• Ensure all systems (lighting, ventilation, feeding lines, and water lines) are functioning properly.

Qualifications:

• At least High School Graduate; Vocational Course or Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in poultry or livestock handling (preferably chicken or layer farms).
• Knowledge of poultry health, feeding, and egg production systems.
• Physically fit and able to perform fieldwork.
• Willing to work on weekends or holidays when needed.
• Honest, dependable, and able to follow instructions accurately.

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily in poultry houses with exposure to heat, odor, and animal waste.
• Shifting or early-morning schedules may be required.
• Housing/accommodation may be provided depending on company policy.