Night Watchman - Frontier Feedyard

Cactus Feeders; Spearman (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP retirement

Health + Dental + Vision

Education scholarships

Job summary

Cactus Feeders is seeking a Night Watchman to safeguard Frontier Feedyard during the night shift (4 PM – 6 AM). The role reports to the Cattle Manager and requires vigilance, reliability, and adherence to safety policies.

The position offers an hourly wage based on skills and experience, with benefits including ESOP retirement and a comprehensive insurance package. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1–3 months’ related experience and/or training.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to observe and enforce safety and security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide security to the feedyard at night, periodically driving the yard to ensure that it is secure
• Receive cattle that arrive over the course of the shift
• Report to Cattle Manager on all incoming cattle arrivals during the shift
• Monitor and record the slick time of feed bunks
• Maintain general housekeeping as needed
• Ensure compliance with the company's Animal Handling and Welfare Policy
• Comply with all procedures, policies, rules, and regulations of the Company, OSHA, and HACCP
• Promptly communicate with the management team about any issues that arise
• In this role it is critical to maintain consistent and reliable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Math skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Company

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate15 Feedyards andOutside Cattle Locationsproducing over a million head of fed cattle annually. The Company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

Job Description

The Night Watchman is responsible for maintaining the security of Frontier Feedyard at night. The Night Watchman reports to the Cattle Manager.

Hours

4 PM – 6 AM

Job Responsibilities

• Provide security to the feedyard at night, periodically driving the yard to ensure that it is secure
• Receive cattle that arrive over the course of the shift
• Report to Cattle Manager on all incoming cattle arrivals during the shift
• Monitor and record the slick time of feed bunks
• Maintain general housekeeping as needed
• Ensure compliance with the company's Animal Handling and Welfare Policy
• Comply with all procedures, policies, rules, and regulations of the Company, OSHA, and HACCP
• Promptly communicate with the management team about any issues that arise
• In this role it is critical to maintain consistent and reliable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months’ related experience and/or training
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to observe and enforce safety and security procedures

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Position with wages based on skills, education, and experience
• Bi-weekly pay through Direct Deposit
• 100% Paid Retirement through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Affordable insurance package – Health + Dental + Vision
• Continuing Education Scholarships

Cactus Feeders 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.