Feedyard Yard Maintenance Technician (EH-11399)

Kansas Ag Connection; Kansas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a dependable Yard Maintenance Technician for a progressive cattle feeding operation in the Central Plains. This outdoor, hands-on role involves operating heavy equipment, welding, and performing general repairs to keep a large farm running efficiently.

Responsibilities include maintaining feed bunks, watering systems, fences, water lines, and yard facilities. You will work with a team and, when needed, independently to handle maintenance tasks and safety

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, graders, skid steers, or similar machinery.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred.
• General knowledge of plumbing, fencing, carpentry, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and with a team.
• English communication skills are helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment in the feedyard.
• Repair feed bunks and livestock watering systems.
• Install, repair, and relocate fencing as needed.
• Dig trenches and install or repair water lines.
• Perform basic carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance projects.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and other repair work.
• Assist with sprinkler, drainage, and dewatering systems.
• Maintain yard roads, pens, and grounds using loaders, graders, and other equipment.
• Perform routine housekeeping around buildings, shops, and yard facilities.
• Assist the maintenance shop and equipment technicians when needed.
• Safely remove deceased livestock according to company procedures.
• Follow all workplace safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Complete other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Welding

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Fence repair

Tools

Tools handling

Job description

**Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT** is searching for a dependable, mechanically inclined **Yard Maintenance Technician** for a progressive cattle feeding operation located in the Central Plains. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, performing general maintenance, and taking pride in keeping a large agricultural operation running efficiently.This is a hands-on role offering a variety of responsibilities including equipment operation, welding, repairs, fencing, plumbing, and general yard upkeep. The employer is seeking an individual with a strong work ethic, good mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.## ### Responsibilities* Operate and maintain various types of heavy equipment used throughout the feedyard.* Clean, maintain, and repair feed bunks and livestock watering systems.* Install, repair, and relocate fencing as needed.* Dig trenches and install or repair water lines.* Perform basic carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance projects.* Perform welding, fabrication, and other repair work.* Assist with sprinkler, drainage, and dewatering systems.* Maintain yard roads, pens, and grounds using loaders, graders, and other equipment.* Perform routine housekeeping around buildings, shops, and yard facilities.* Assist the maintenance shop and equipment technicians when needed.* Safely remove deceased livestock according to company procedures.* Follow all workplace safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.* Complete other duties assigned by management.## ### Qualifications* Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, graders, skid steers, or similar machinery.* Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred.* General knowledge of plumbing, fencing, carpentry, and equipment maintenance.* Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.* Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and with a team.* Good communication and organizational skills.* Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing daily needs.* English communication skills are helpful but not required.## ### Work EnvironmentThis position is primarily outdoors and requires working in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow. Occasional evenings, weekends, or holiday work may be required depending on operational needs.## ### Physical Requirements* Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work outdoors for extended periods.* Ability to work 10-11 hour days during busy periods.* Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.* Ability to safely perform physically demanding work around livestock and heavy equipment.## ### Preferred Experience* Previous feedyard, livestock, agricultural, or maintenance experience.* One or more years of general maintenance experience.* One or more years of welding or fabrication experience.* Experience operating heavy agricultural or construction equipment.## ### Compensation & BenefitsThis employer offers a competitive compensation package based on experience, along with an excellent benefits program that includes:* Competitive hourly wage or salary (DOE)* Health, dental, and vision insurance* 401(k) with company match* Paid holidays* Paid time off* Life insurance* Long-term career opportunity with a stable agricultural operationQualified applicants should possess a positive attitude, strong mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to become a valuable member of a professional feedyard team.**ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.**