Livestock Health & Welfare Rider

Friona Industries; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Friona Industries is seeking a Pen Rider to maintain health and welfare of cattle in the feedyard. You will observe livestock daily, report sick cattle to the cattle manager, and assist in movement and handling of cattle and horses.

Work includes applying Beef Quality Assurance standards, inspecting water systems, segregating sick cattle to hospital pens, and supporting overall feedyard operations while complying with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of livestock health and habits.
• Understanding of fundamental animal health programs.
• Experience with safe horse riding and handling.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Beef Quality Assurance standards and procedures.
• Observe livestock daily to recognize and report sick cattle.
• Report unusual sickness to the cattle manager.
• Inspect water and watering systems and report issues.
• Segregate and remove sick cattle to hospital area containment.
• Assist in shipment and movement of cattle and handling strays.
• Care for horses, tack, and facilities.
• Ride and handle horses safely.
• Promote safety policies and company programs.

Skills

Livestock health knowledge

Horse handling

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Job description

Friona Industries is seeking a Pen Rider to maintain health and welfare of cattle in the feedyard. You will observe livestock daily, report sick cattle to the cattle manager, and assist in movement and handling of cattle and horses.

Work includes applying Beef Quality Assurance standards, inspecting water systems, segregating sick cattle to hospital pens, and supporting overall feedyard operations while complying with safety policies.