Night Livestock Security & Yard Operations Specialist

Friona Industries; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Friona Industries is seeking a Night Watchman to provide overnight security at our feedyard location in Dalhart, TX. You will monitor facilities, assist with loading/unloading, and respond to requests from the yard staff.

The role requires staying awake through the night, patrolling the site, and ensuring safe livestock handling, proper pen conditions, and timely reporting of incidents. Prior livestock experience is preferred and reliability is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with livestock operations and feedyards.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication.
• General housekeeping and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Be on duty and patrol the feedyard from 5:00pm to 5:30am.
• Prevent unauthorized entry and monitor who comes and goes.
• Provide customer service as loads enter and exit the yard.
• Receive cattle and commodities as needed.
• Move cattle into pens and tag upcoming processing.
• Maintain pen environments, feed levels and water conditions.
• Perform night checks on feed and water systems.
• Inspect safety conditions and report emergencies.
• Adapt to weather and coordinate with staff and supervisor.

Skills

Security equipment

Night shifts

Mobility

Attention to detail

Communication

Housekeeping

Mechanical ability

Education

Livestock experience

Job description

Friona Industries is seeking a Night Watchman to provide overnight security at our feedyard location in Dalhart, TX. You will monitor facilities, assist with loading/unloading, and respond to requests from the yard staff.

The role requires staying awake through the night, patrolling the site, and ensuring safe livestock handling, proper pen conditions, and timely reporting of incidents. Prior livestock experience is preferred and reliability is essential.