Broiler Breeder Service Technician

updated 3/23/2026

Longenecker's Hatchery is a regional supplier of high-quality broiler chicks and broiler hatching eggs. We exist to deliver excellence and the opportunity for continuous growth.

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Reports to Breeder Layer Manager No positions currently report to Broiler Breeder Service Technician

The Breeder Service Technician is responsible for: engaging contract farmers, partnering with them to manage designated broiler breeder chicken flocks located across southern and central PA. Responsible for adhering to our core values and for carrying our core purpose to the farm, delivering excellence and the opportunity for continuous growth: to our farmers… in engagement, expectations, tools and accountability to our chicks and birds… in maintained standards for poultry management and welfare This includes performing all activities necessary for establishing and maintaining high productivity in the assigned poultry flocks.

Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, processes, and business needs while maintaining accuracy and productivity

Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude while contributing to team success and continuous improvement

Ability to continuously learn and apply new knowledge, skills, and industry best practices.

Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Ability to produce legible, accurate, and complete forms, reports, and field documentation

Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments, coworkers and venders and to work effectively and efficiently independently

Ability to learn safety guidelines and biosecurity procedures and follow them

Ability to consistently wear and properly utilize all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policies and safety requirements

Ability to understand the big picture and to appreciate our overall system of business involving coworkers, vendors, contract farmers, and customers

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain a steady focus on tasks throughout the day

Ability to perform job duties in various environments (cold, hot, dusty, wet, noisy, humid) for prolonged periods of time

Ability to perform job duties in both indoor and outdoor environments

Ability to learn SOPs and follow them while using practical judgement

Ability to safely and efficiently travel between assigned work locations throughout the service territory

Ability to maintain reliable transportation to fulfill job responsibilities

Ability to inspect, weigh, handle, and evaluate poultry while maintaining animal welfare standards

Ability to perform vaccinations, administer medications, and support flock health programs

Ability to collect, analyze, and accurately document flock performance data

Ability to build effective working relationships with contract farmers and suppliers

Ability to provide communication, guidance and support to farmers

Ability to work independently while managing multiple farm locations, schedules, and priorities

Ability to work for extended periods in remote rural locations where restroom facilities may be limited or unavailable

Ability to safely operate a company or personal vehicle for business purposes, maintaining compliance with all applicable traffic laws, company policies, and company driving eligibility requirements