Cattle Feedlot Technician – Hands-On Livestock & Equipment

Beck's Hybrids; Atlanta (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Corporate discounts

Company Christmas party

Free lunch

Merchandise allowance

Job summary

Beck's Hybrids seeks a Feedlot Associate to handle daily care and management of feeder calves in a hands‑on agricultural role. The position blends animal care, equipment operation, and teamwork in a full‑time capacity at Beck’s facilities.

Responsibilities include routine animal checks, safe handling of medications, equipment maintenance, and adherence to strict safety protocols. Candidates must meet BQA standards or obtain them within 30 days and hold a valid driver's license, with CDL

Qualifications

• Must be BQA certified in cattle feedlot and transportation or obtain certifications within first thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine pen checks to ensure animals are healthy and identify, pull, and treat sick or injured animals.
• Follow strict protocols for handling veterinary needles, syringes, and medications to avoid accidental self‑injection or cross‑contamination.
• Daily tasks include checking waterers, scoring feed bunks, and checking gate latches.
• Evaluate bed pack moisture levels and cleanliness; identify bedding needs to maintain cattle comfort.
• Scrape alleys, clean pens, and haul manure as needed.
• Navigate wet or slick concrete alleyways with caution.
• Move and sort cattle through alleys, tubs, and chutes safely.
• Maintain feedlot equipment including chutes, tractors, and feed wagons.
• Repair broken gates or materials to prevent injuries.
• Operate mixer wagons to weigh, mix, and distribute TMR to bunk lines and pens.
• Receive feedstuffs and keep facilities clean.
• Execute lockout/tagout before servicing ventilation fans, augers, or equipment.
• Navigate heavy loaders, tractors, and feed trucks with backup cameras and alarms.
• Follow safety rules regarding commodity bays, silage structures, and high‑walled grain areas.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

Education

BQA certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days

Valid driver’s license

Class A CDL preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

IOS Mobile Systems

Digital scale software

Job description

Beck's Hybrids seeks a Feedlot Associate to handle daily care and management of feeder calves in a hands‑on agricultural role. The position blends animal care, equipment operation, and teamwork in a full‑time capacity at Beck’s facilities.

Responsibilities include routine animal checks, safe handling of medications, equipment maintenance, and adherence to strict safety protocols. Candidates must meet BQA standards or obtain them within 30 days and hold a valid driver's license, with CDL