Cattle Care Feedyard Assistant — Outdoor Team Role with Growth

South Dakota Ag Connection; United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits negotiable

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a dependable General Labor - Cattle Care Feedyard Assistant in South Dakota. This role focuses on daily cattle care, health monitoring, and support across feedyard operations.

Ideal candidates have livestock experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. A valid driver's license is required, with long-term growth potential in a team-focused cattle operation.

Qualifications

• Previous cattle, livestock, feedyard, or agricultural labor experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Attention to detail and genuine care for animal well-being.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cattle daily for overall health and behavior.
• Assist with identifying, pulling, and treating sick or injured cattle.
• Help with cattle processing, receiving, and shipping activities.
• Support feeding operations and general yard maintenance.
• Operate equipment and assist with upkeep of facilities as needed.
• Work closely with the team to maintain a safe, efficient, and productive operation.
• Step in wherever needed to support overall feedyard success.

Skills

Cattle handling

Livestock care

Outdoor work

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a dependable General Labor - Cattle Care Feedyard Assistant in South Dakota. This role focuses on daily cattle care, health monitoring, and support across feedyard operations.

Ideal candidates have livestock experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. A valid driver's license is required, with long-term growth potential in a team-focused cattle operation.