Full-Time

Maintenance 1

Posted on 5/11/2026

Aviagen

Aviagen

1,001-5,000 employees

Global poultry genetics and breeding stock

No salary listed

Fort Drum, NY, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Requirements
  • Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
  • Must be able to use basic hand tools
  • Must be able to read, understand, and follow task specific instructions, such as Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
  • Must have own tools including a basic socket set, wrenches, skill saw, grinder, drill, sawzall, volt meter, level, and tape measure
  • Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude
  • Must be able to drive maintenance van to and from work sites
  • Ability to walk/stand for extended periods
  • Ability to use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools
  • Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain, such as rough ground and floors with shavings
  • Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity
  • Ability to work from aerial lift with fall restraint system at around 20 feet
  • Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level
  • Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts
  • Must be able to frequently kneel/squat
  • Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on knees
  • Must be able to conduct repetitive tasks
  • Must be able to use both fixed and portable ladders (step and/or extension ladders)
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for identified tasks, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc.
  • Ability to drive maintenance van to and from work sites
  • Exposed to airborne particles, such as dust and dander ( Work Conditions)
Responsibilities
  • Perform basic mechanical repairs at our buildings including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
  • Check, install, and repair equipment, which includes, chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells and septic systems.
  • Other duties include: repairing wooden structures, working with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, routine maintenance on buildings, greasing equipment, checking to ensure equipment is operating properly and repairing if needed, working with PVC waterline and fittings, installing cat6 wiring and

Aviagen supplies day-old grandparent and parent stock chicks for broilers, using a large breeding program to improve performance, health, and welfare under brands Arbor Acres, Indian River, Ross, and niche lines Rowan Range and Specialty Males. The birds' genetics are passed to producers via breeders, with selection aided by technologies like pulse oximetry and ultrasound, and backed by strict biosecurity across its global network of production facilities and hatcheries. It differentiates itself through a long lineage from Arbor Acres, Ross, and L.I.R, substantial R&D investment, and a broad portfolio that serves standard and niche markets. Its goal is to help customers provide affordable, nutritious protein by delivering consistent genetic gains and efficient broiler production while safeguarding animal health and the food chain.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Huntsville, Alabama

Founded

1923

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What believers are saying

  • Antonin Bonneau appointed Asia President drives 2026 regional growth.
  • Clara Goldman named Global Director enhances export logistics efficiency.
  • Gut Health Toolkit and 2025 Management Handbooks boost customer performance.

What critics are saying

  • Cobb-Vantress expands in Latin America and Asia, eroding market share within 18 months.
  • EU welfare regulations post-2025 force genetic line changes, losing European access.
  • Avian influenza quarantines disrupt 260 facilities, delaying supply for months.

What makes Aviagen unique

  • Aviagen supplies Arbor Acres, Indian River, and Ross broiler breeding stock worldwide.
  • Rowan Range and Specialty Males target free-range and organic poultry markets.
  • Certified Avian Influenza Clean Compartment since 2017 ensures biosecurity leadership.

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