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AVS Bio Poultry House Operator

Catskill, NY · On-site

$20/hr

Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Poultry House Operator will assist with the daily care of laying hens to support the production of clean, high-quality SPF eggs. Responsibilities include monitoring ...

AVS Bio

AVS Bio Poultry House Operator

Roanoke, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Poultry House Operator will assist with the daily care of laying hens to support the production of clean, high-quality SPF eggs. Responsibilities include monitoring ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$13.75 - $15.50/hr

Students working at the poultry farm will assist in all faucets of the operation. Cleaning and disinfection of pens, set up of new pens for research projects and facility birds, feeding, water ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$13.75 - $15.50/hr

Students working at the poultry farm will assist in all faucets of the operation. Cleaning and disinfection of pens, set up of new pens for research projects and facility birds, feeding, water ...

AVS Bio

AVS Bio Poultry House Operator

Roanoke, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Direct Hire CNAs, Waiters/Waitresses and Housekeepers strongly encouraged to apply Client Overview ... Communicate regularly with Farm Management * Maintain biosecurity and follow biosecurity ...

Aviagen Group

Farm Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

... Poultry farms. The Farm Associate I, has primary responsibility for the animal care and welfare of ... assist in washing eggs and maintain sanitary conditions in the egg wash room/cooler room when ...

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How much do poultry farm assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for poultry farm assistant in the United States is $17.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a farm assistant do?

A poultry farm assistant is responsible for tasks such as feeding and watering birds, monitoring their health, cleaning coops, and assisting with egg collection. They often operate farm equipment and follow safety and hygiene protocols to ensure the well-being of the poultry. The role requires physical stamina and attention to detail in a farm environment.

What is a poultry attendant?

A poultry attendant is a worker responsible for caring for and managing poultry on a farm, including feeding, watering, cleaning, and monitoring the health of the birds. The role often requires knowledge of poultry handling, sanitation practices, and sometimes operating farm equipment, with shifts typically scheduled around farm needs.

How much money do poultry farmers make?

Poultry farm assistants typically earn between $20,000 and $35,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and farm size. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced workers or those with specialized skills can earn higher wages. Compensation often includes benefits such as housing or health insurance in some regions.

What skills do you need to be a poultry manager?

A poultry farm assistant needs strong knowledge of poultry health and husbandry, good organizational skills, and the ability to operate farm equipment. Communication skills and the ability to follow safety protocols are also important for managing daily operations and ensuring animal welfare.
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Infographic showing various Poultry Farm Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,733 per year, or $17.7 per hour.
Part-Time Poultry Barn Worker

Part-Time Poultry Barn Worker

Penn State University

University Park, PA • On-site

$13.75 - $15.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Students working at the poultry farm will assist in all faucets of the operation. Cleaning and disinfection of pens, set up of new pens for research projects and facility birds, feeding, water management, egg collection and processing and sales, meat bird and turkey processing for sales, incubation and hatching of eggs, artificial insemination of hens and collection of fertile eggs, feed mixing and ration development. Students will also get to work on data collection with department investigators. Hours will vary throughout the week, weekends are mandatory. Housing is available on a limited basis.
This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
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