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Cactus Feeders ยท 2 months ago

Pen Rider - Centerfire Feedyard

positionUlysses, KS
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company that operates 15 Feedyards and Outside Cattle Locations. The Pen Rider will monitor cattle health, administer treatments, assist with cattle processing, and maintain accurate records while working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

Responsibilities

Monitor cattle health and behavior daily; identify and pull sick or injured animals for treatment
Administer treatments under veterinary supervision and according to animal health protocols
Assist with sorting, processing, and shipping of cattle
Ride pens and perform inspections on horseback and on foot
Maintain accurate records and communicate observations to the animal health crew and supervisors
Identify and report maintenance needs related to fences, gates, water systems, and other facility structures
Assist in general yard maintenance and sanitation tasks as needed
Work safely and efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced, outdoor environment
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Cattle handling techniquesHorse riding skillsRecord-keeping skillsTeam-orientedWork ethic

Required

Ability to ride, handle, and maintain personal horses capable of working in a feedyard setting
Valid driver's license
Physical ability to: stand, walk, ride, kneel, and bend for extended periods
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, dust)
Basic communication and record-keeping skills
Team-oriented with a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

Preferred

Knowledge of cattle behavior, handling techniques, and low-stress livestock handling (highly preferred)
High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required)

Benefits

Competitive & affordable health + dental + vision insurance packages
100% paid retirement through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401K
Company Paid Life Insurance
Continuing Education Scholarships

Company

Cactus Feeders

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Cactus Feeders is a food production company providing livestock feeding solutions.
dateFounded in 1975
location
Amarillo, Texas, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://cactusfeeders.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brad Hastings
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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Robert Kettle
Chief Financial Officer
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