Bull Facility Feeder

Wilks Brothers, LLC; Cisco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Company vehicle

Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage

401K + Company Match

Life Insurance + LTD – 100% Company-Pa

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Check Program - Insurance P

Life Assistance Resources

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Wilks Brothers, LLC in Cisco, Texas is seeking a Bull Facility Feeder to oversee daily care, health, and nutrition of high-value bulls in a ranch setting. You will monitor condition, administer vaccines, operate handling equipment, and maintain records to support performance and breeding goals.

A hands-on cattle background and keen attention to detail are essential. The role requires on-site work at our Eastland facility and offers onsite housing and benefits as part of a competitive

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on cattle experience
• Experience with cattle health protocols including vaccinations
• Experience operating a TMR mixer wagon
• Ability to identify health and structural issues in cattle
• Attention to detail and reliability

Responsibilities

• Monitor overall health, condition, and well-being of bulls
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and parasite control
• Operate and safely use cattle handling equipment
• Identify signs of illness, injury, lameness, or stress
• Assist with veterinary visits, diagnostics, and breeding soundness exams
• Maintain accurate health and treatment records
• Prepare feed rations using a TMR mixer wagon
• Monitor feed intake and adjust rations
• Maintain feed inventory and storage quality
• Manage bulls through development stages for sale or breeding
• Evaluate body condition and performance
• Assist in sales preparation and grooming

Skills

Cattle handling

Vaccinations

TMR mixer operation

Squeeze chute operation

Health monitoring

Tools

TMR mixer wagon

Cattle handling equipment

Job description

Wilks Brothers, LLC is a multifaceted, family-based partnership headquartered in Cisco, Texas with employees working in offices in Cisco, Willow Park, Fort Worth, Houston, and beyond. We invest in relationships and recognize the value in people, communities, and businesses. Our customers are not a number; they are a name, a family member, a friend. In the good times and in difficult times we treat them all equally – exactly how we want to be treated. We believe that business is not just about profit – it is personal too. At Wilks Brothers, we respect the people that make our business grow: our employees and our customers. Our goal is to develop mutually beneficial partnerships utilizing our core values of:Faith, Integrity, Team, Growth and Loyalty.

This position will be on site at our facility located in: Eastland, Tx.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

• On-site housing
• Company vehicle
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
• Life Assistance Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Position Summary: The Bull Facility Feeder is responsible for the daily care, development, and
management of high-value bulls in a ranch setting. This role ensures optimal health, nutrition,
conditioning, and handling of bulls to meet performance and breeding standards. The ideal candidate
brings hands-on cattle experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to animal welfare and
operational excellence.

• Monitor and maintain the overall health, condition, and well-being of bulls
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and parasite control in accordance with veterinary protocols
• Operate and safely utilize cattle handling equipment, including squeeze chute and alley systems
• Identify and respond promptly to signs of illness, injury, lameness, or stress
• Assist with veterinary visits, diagnostics, breeding soundness exams (BSEs), and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate health and treatment records
• Prepare and deliver feed rations using a TMR (Total Mixed Ration) mixer wagon
• Monitor feed intake and adjust rations based on body condition, age, and development goals
• Maintain feed inventory and ensure proper storage and quality control
• Manage bulls through various development stages, ensuring appropriate growth, conditioning, and readiness for sale or breeding
• Evaluate body condition, structural soundness, and overall performance
• Assist in preparation for sales, shows, or breeding programs (including grooming and presentation)
• Ensure facilities are safe, clean, and conducive to animal health
• Operate ranch equipment such as tractors, loaders, and feed trucks
• Safely handle bulls in all environments, understanding behavior and risk factors associated with high-value livestock
• Follow all safety protocols to protect employees, animals, and property
• Assist with breeding program logistics, including semen testing and collection coordination (if applicable)
• Monitor environmental conditions and adjust care practices accordingly (heat, cold, drought, etc.)
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to overall ranch operations
• Support traceability, registration, and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• High 3+ years of hands-on cattle experience, with a strong preference for high-end/seedstock cattle programs
• Working knowledge of cattle health protocols, vaccinations, and low-stress handling techniques
• Experience operating a TMR mixer wagon and understanding of cattle nutrition principles
• Proficiency in using cattle handling equipment, including squeeze chute systems
• Ability to identify health and structural issues in cattle
• Basic mechanical skills and experience operating ranch equipment
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Working Conditions:

• Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
• The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
• Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection and hard hats when needed.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.

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This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of this position and have had the opportunity to ask my supervisor about any points I did not understand. I hereby state that I can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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