Millwright CVI

Cactus Varied Industries; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement through ESOP

401K

Company Paid Life Insurance

Continuing Education Scholarships

Job summary

Cactus Varied Industries in Amarillo, Texas, is seeking a full-time Millwright to install, maintain, and repair feed mill equipment. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural construction, strong welding skills, and the ability to work in outdoor and industrial settings. Competitive pay and benefits, including health coverage and a 100% paid retirement plan. Join an employee-owned company committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in feed mill or agricultural construction operations.
• Proven welding skills preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install and construct feed mill equipment and systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of industrial machinery.
• Operate heavy equipment such as man baskets, telehandlers, skid loaders, and loaders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Welding skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

About the Company

Cactus Varied Industries is a millwright, fabrication, and engineering company based in Amarillo, Texas, and a division of Cactus Feeders. The company provides a wide range of millwright and fabrication services supporting agricultural operations. Cactus Feeders is a 100% employee‑owned organization with 600 employees and operations across Texas, Kansas, & Colorado.

Position Summary

The Millwright is responsible for the installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of feedyard feed mill equipment and systems. This role involves working with industrial machinery in a feed mill environment and may also include concrete work. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including occasional work outside normal business hours and limited overnight travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and construct feed mill equipment and systems
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of industrial machinery
• Conduct welding and cutting tasks as needed
• Operate heavy equipment such as man baskets, telehandlers, skid loaders, and loaders
• Assist with pouring, placing, and finishing concrete
• Work at heights and in various outdoor conditions
• Follow all company policies and OSHA safety regulations
• Collaborate with team members and complete tasks independently when required
• Be available to work extended hours or weekends as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in feed mill or agricultural construction operations
• Proven welding skills preferred
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Attention to detail and effective time management skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently

Work Environment

• Primarily outdoor and industrial settings
• Exposure to varying weather conditions
• Physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, and standing for extended periods

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly pay based on experience
• Full-time position
• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
• Competitive & affordable health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• 100% paid retirement through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Scholarships

Cactus Feeders/CVI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.